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Entries by sherley

Introducing Solids and How Often To Pump

05/29/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC You’ve gotten past sore nipples, cluster feedings, and have even actually started to enjoy breastfeeding. And now you have a ton of questions again because it’s time to introduce solids! On this blog post, we will cover common concerns that come up when introducing food for the first time. […]

All About Clogged Ducts

05/29/2019 /0 Comments/in Breast Pumping, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding tips, Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Outch! Clogged ducts can be extremely painful but completely treatable. How did you even get them in the first place? A clogged duct can be caused by a variety of different reasons from prolonged time without milk removal, shallow latch, restrictive clothing or even stress. Read our IBCLC’s tips […]

Do Breast Implants Have An Effect On Breastfeeding?

05/15/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Do you have a breast augmentation? Have you heard that you won’t be able to breastfeed because of them? Well, that is just simply is not true. Rest assured mamas! You can still absolutely breastfeed your baby with breast implants. Most moms who have had breast implants will produce […]

A Mother’s Story of Faith, Hope, and Love

05/13/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

By: Nikki Braverman, Brand Manager Spectra Baby USA Motherhood. It starts long before the baby is born. From the moment those two little faded lines pop up, the floodgates open happiness, excitement, anxiety, fear; sometimes an overwhelming combination. The advice is coming from all directions whether it’s asked for or not. Hey, don’t get it […]

Pain vs. Discomfort with Breastfeeding: When to Call Your Provider

05/01/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

Breastfeeding should not hurt. Nipple soreness and tenderness during the first weeks is normal as your body begins to learn how to nourish a baby at the breast. When a baby is latched and feeding correctly, there is no reason you should be experiencing any pain, yet so many women suffer from breast and nipple […]

What is a “Baby Friendly” Hospital?

04/24/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

photo credit: victoryrosephotography By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC You’ve learned about all the benefits of breastfeeding. You bought all your neat breastfeeding accessories, and breastpump. You are so ready for this! But wait. One more thing…is your maternity birth facility “Baby Friendly?” Where you deliver your little angel can impact your breastfeeding relationship long […]

Pumping 101: How to Pump Breastmilk

04/17/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC The first few weeks after your baby finally arrives is the time to soak in those yummy newborn snuggles. You shouldn’t have to worry about pumping, just yet. But when you are ready, you might pump for reasons like going back to work, a weekend get-a-away, low milk supply, […]

What To Do When The Witching Hour Hits

04/03/2019 /0 Comments/in Breast Pumping, Breastfeeding tips /by sherley

The witching hour is a phrase used for an inconsolable baby typically between the hours of 6pm and 10pm, despite every effort to calm them.  It was originally a phrase used in the middle of the night when paranormal activity was most expected. For any mom that has experienced their baby during “witching hour”, this […]

Top 10 Breastfeeding Problems and Solutions

03/27/2019 /0 Comments/in Breastfeeding tips /by sherley

By: Melissa Portunato, IBCLC You had envisioned yourself latching your beautiful new baby to your breast and it would instantly be magical. Pure bliss! Or so you thought. But, breastfeeding didn’t come as naturally as you thought it would and it feels far from magical. Instead, you feel frustrated, disappointed, and like giving up.r. The […]

Bereavement Pumping: Our Senior IBCLC’s Journey

03/25/2019 /2 Comments/in Breast Pumping, Breastfeeding, Exclusively Pumping, Real Mom Story /by sherley

Bereavement Pumping: Our Senior IBCLC’s Journey Jenn M. Foster, MA, CD, IBCLC, RLC It’s been 4 months, nearly 5 months, since we lost our little “dove baby”, Nolan. His birth date was November 2, 2018. Yes, I say “birth date” because he was born. We held him in our arms, loved him and kissed him. […]

How To Deal With Mom Shaming

03/20/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

In a social media savvy world, it’s easy to find entire groups of people that either fiercely supports or opposes any topic you can think of (politics, diet, exercise, etc.).  Unfortunately, this is also a very harsh reality for all topics related to raising your baby and mommyhood.  This can not only make for a […]

How can you help your partner breastfeed?

03/13/2019 /0 Comments/in Exclusively Pumping /by sherley

By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC An article just for new dads. Congrats! You and your partner just welcomed a new bundle of joy earthside! But between mommy recovering and spending most of her time getting the hang of breastfeeding, where does that leave you? How can you help in all the chaos? The support you provide can […]

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