Breastfeeding should be an exciting and enjoyable experience, which you share with your baby, providing not only essential nutrients and immunological defense for your baby, but also developing a strong and lasting relationship.
However, common problems in breastfeeding, such as mastitis, can
Breastfeeding
Vitamin D & Breastfeeding
Vitamin D, and specifically Vitamin D deficiency, is often in the news, as the incidence of problems associated with Vitamin D deficiency rises.
Vitamin D is important for everyone and particularly pregnant and breastfeeding women. The question has been raised whether or not breastfed babies
No Bake Lactation Bites
Lactation bites are an excellent source of essential nutrients for breastfeeding. These tasty bites are a great "on-the-go" snack and the "no bake" recipe is very easy and quick to make. Containing fibre, protein, iron, magnesium, potassium and B vitamins, these bites make for a healthy energy
Intrauterine Devices (IUD) and Long Term Contraception.
An intrauterine device is a small contraceptive device that is inserted into the uterus (womb) to prevent pregnancy. In Australia, we have two types:
The Copper IUD – is a small plastic and copper T-shaped device, which constantly releases a small amount of copper into the uterus from its stem.
Baby-Led Breastfeeding
BLA – how do you do it?
Basically, it is handing some of the control of feeding back to the baby and is very simple to do.
Firstly, we must have a calm baby, and mum must be in a comfortable position. Ideally baby will just have a nappy on and mum will have no top on. The whole process starts with
Breastfeeding & Lactation Services
Breastfeeding provides not only the nutritional requirements for your baby, but also the immunological protection needed for the first months of your baby’s life. It also presents a wonderful opportunity for establishing a strong and positive mother-infant relationship. Angela Smith is the lactation
Why Breastfeeding Irish Babies is Different
An interesting article appeared in the Irish Times on Tuesday about Breastfeeding – or lack there of, in Ireland.
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Breastfeeding in Australia - Comparison
Some interesting comparisons can be seen between Australia and Ireland in terms of breastfeeding rates.
The most recent
