Tag: breastfeeding
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Why I Let Go of My Breastfeeding Aspirations
Get Pregnant Fast After five long years of navigating infertility, the day I had been dreaming of finally came: my twins arrived. I always envisioned breastfeeding, but that dream shifted dramatically when they came into the world ten weeks early. Some friends cautioned me against attempting to breastfeed, sharing their own struggles with premature twins.…
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Woman Leaves Job to Pursue Unique Nursing Arrangement with Her Partner
Get Pregnant Fast In a bold move reflecting personal priorities, 36-year-old Sarah Thompson chose to leave her bartending position to dedicate herself to establishing a milk supply for a unique adult nursing relationship with her boyfriend. This unconventional choice speaks to the lengths some individuals will go for happiness — after all, life is too…
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Breastfeeding Moms Can Relate to Jessica Hart’s Splash Mountain Snap
Get Pregnant Fast We all know that life as a breastfeeding mom brings its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to unexpected moments. Jessica Hart recently shared a comical Instagram photo from her day at Disneyland, and it perfectly encapsulates the wild ride of nursing motherhood. What she probably expected to be a…
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What Breastfeeding a Toddler is REALLY Like
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a wild ride, and for the past decade, I’ve been on this journey of pregnancy and breastfeeding—without having ten kids, mind you! Most of that time has been spent nursing toddlers and preschoolers. After years of experience, I can tell you that breastfeeding beyond the infant stage is an…
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Nursing Pillows Must Comply with New Safety Standards: What Moms Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mamas! If you’ve been relying on a nursing pillow to make feeding your little one easier, there’s some important news you need to be aware of. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has rolled out new safety standards for nursing pillows, and it’s all about keeping our babies safe.…
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Celebrating the Strength of Working Moms: A Portrait Project
Get Pregnant Fast When we think of mothers, nurturing and caregiving often come to mind. However, it’s important to remember that mothers are also incredibly resilient and capable individuals. One photographer in Texas is on a heartfelt mission to highlight the strength of working moms through her latest artistic venture. Meet Mia Johnson Meet Mia…
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OBGYNs Now Emphasize Respecting Women’s Choices on Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast In a significant shift, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released an updated stance that underscores the importance of respecting a woman’s choice not to breastfeed. This comes as a relief for mothers who choose formula feeding, often facing unwarranted judgment and feelings of isolation. Traditionally, ACOG advocated for…
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Is It Possible to Lose Weight While Breastfeeding?
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, new moms! If you’re wondering whether you can shed those extra pounds while nursing, you’re not alone. Many women grapple with this question, and the answer can vary depending on several factors. How Breastfeeding Affects Your Weight When you breastfeed, your body burns an additional 400 to 500 calories a…
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Hilarious Video Captures the Breast Journey After Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy and breastfeeding can lead to a variety of changes in a woman’s body—some delightful and others, well, not so much. A humorous video shared by the Facebook page Breastfeeding Mama Talk from the Polish blog SuperStyler perfectly illustrates the evolution of a mother’s breasts from the blissful days of pregnancy to…
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A Letter to My Postpartum Self: Words of Wisdom for the Journey Ahead
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Me, First off, congratulations on welcoming your little one into the world! Seriously, don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise. You have every right to roll your eyes or even give a playful punch to anyone who dares to say anything negative. Remember, you also have the right to dismiss comments…