When to use: Biological nurturing or laid back positioning is a natural way to encourage your own and your baby’s instincts to facilitate effective latch and bonding. It can be used as soon as mom and baby want after birth. How to facilitate biological nurturing: • Mother’s body should be adequately supported with pillows, […]
Football Hold for Breastfeeding
When to use: The football hold is a great position for mothers who’ve had a cesarean section, as well as for mothers with a forceful letdown or who have large breasts. This hold is also useful for babies who are tongue tied or who have trouble maintaining tongue extension. Step by step: • Baby […]
Cross Cradle Breastfeeding Position
When to use: The cross cradle breastfeeding hold (or cross-over position) is a great learning position, as it allows the mother good control (as compared to other positions) as she brings her baby to her breast. Step by step: • Baby needs to be at breast height, so it is suggested to use a […]
Mama’s Milkie Morning Pancakes
Lactation recipes are cropping up all over the internet. These cakes are similar to the myriad of lactation cookie recipes available, but with a breakfast food focus. Working and non-working moms alike will appreciate these pancakes; they’re easy to make and store to make breakfast time simple. Milkie Morning Pancakes are made with whole […]