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
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
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
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
