Breastfeeding

For some people, the process of breast feeding seems to come naturally. Although there's a level of skill required for successful feeding and a correct technique to use. Incorrect positioning is one of the biggest reasons for unsuccessful feeding and...

The sole purpose of breast compressions is to continue the flow of milk to the baby once the baby no longer drinks on his own. This technique may also be useful if there is: Weight gain in the baby. Colic...

Jaundice is a result of buildup in the blood of the bilirubin (a yellow pigment that comes from the breakdown of older red blood cells). Jaundice causes yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes. It's normal for the...

Once you've given birth, breast feeding is the single most important thing you can do to protect your baby and help to promote good health. Best of all, breast feeding is free and provides several other benefits:   Saving you...

The term “Morning Sickness” can be very misleading to first time mothers. From its name you would think it would be strictly morning, yet “Morning Sickness” occurs anytime throughout the day. Every woman is different, so of course some mother’s...

Breastfeeding isn’t always such a simple thing; low milk supply, nutrition, and lactation are all common issues women face becoming a mother. A tricky subject about knowing what to do and what not to do is, the amount of protein...