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Terressa Patterson RN BSN MS IBCLC In partnership with Dr. Brown's Company Breastfeeding can act as a natural contraceptive using the Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM), but it must meet specific criteria to be effective: Baby is under 6 months of...

Terressa Patterson RN BSN MS IBCLC In partnership with Dr. Brown's Company Acid reflux is common in infants, especially during the first few months as their digestive systems are still maturing. Thankfully, there are several strategies that can help reduce...

Terressa Patterson RN BSN MS IBCLC In partnership with Dr. Brown's Company Plugged ducts occur when milk flow is blocked or slowed, causing a tender lump. Risk factors include skipped feeds, tight bras, stress, poor latch, or tongue/lip/cheek ties. To...

Terressa Patterson RN BSN MS IBCLC In partnership with Dr. Brown's Company Night weaning can begin when your baby is developmentally ready, often between 6 and 12 months. Readiness depends on weight gain, how much your baby eats during the...

We all know that breast milk is amazing. It's packed with nutrients, antibodies, and all kinds of good stuff that help babies grow healthy and strong. But here's something you might not have heard before: breast milk doesn't just change...

Breastfeeding is natural and has been part of the human experience since we've been around, but that doesn't mean everything is understood about it. A lot of myths about breastfeeding persist, despite being not quite right or altogether false. This...