People often talk about the health benefits of breastfeeding....but what do they really mean?
Some of the things that we know about breastmilk and breastfeeding are truly mind-blowing. Here are 9 incredible facts about breastfeeding - and I bet you don't know all of them!
Christmas can present some real challenges when it comes to breastfeeding. Challenges that can be really difficult to foresee when you’re giddy with excitement about your baby's first Christmas!
But Christmas and breastfeeding can mix! Do not fear – I’m not about to ruin all your Christmas fun! In fact – I’m going to do the opposite. I’m going to tell you how breastfeeding and Christmas can work alongside one another easily and comfortably!
NCT classes cover a broad range of topics and can give a good overview of the things you’re going to face as a new parent – whether that’s the stages of labour, your options for feeding your baby or how to change a nappy.
If you are wanting to prepare for birth and parenthood in more detail, here are some brilliant further options!
So your baby or toddler is suddenly feeding much more than usual... I'll bet you're having at least one of these thoughts:
"Has my supply dropped?"
"Is my baby not getting enough milk any more?"
"Do I need to start weaning my baby onto solids?"
"Perhaps I should be topping up with formula?"
"Am I making my baby too clingy?"
"Will my baby breastfeed until they're 15?!"
Am I right?! Well - relax! Here are 5 reasons why your baby or toddler might be feeding more than usual.