Tag: lactation
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Can I Use Breastmilk to Make Yogurt? And Other Breastfeeding Queries
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, breastfeeding. It’s a journey that’s filled with its fair share of questions and curiosities. As a seasoned mom who has navigated tandem nursing, oversaw my children’s unique dietary needs, and even shared my milk with friends and family, I’ve heard it all. From the amusing to the downright perplexing, the inquiries…
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9 Insights I’ve Gained Since Starting to Pump at Work
Get Pregnant Fast Before I became a mother, my knowledge about breastfeeding was limited. I had no idea that milk could flow from multiple openings, nor did I understand the challenges of pumping at work. The mere mention of pumping made me tune out. I knew there was a device involved and that working mothers…
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10 Snappy Comebacks for Those Who Criticize Public Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of motherhood is no small task, especially when it comes to public breastfeeding. I spent six years in a whirlwind of lactation, welcoming four little ones into my life within a mere five years. With all those hormones swirling around, I often found myself tongue-tied when faced with rude…
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The Reality of Breastfeeding Twins
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the world of breastfeeding twins can be an uphill battle, and I certainly found that out the hard way. After enduring one adoption, several miscarriages, fifteen rounds of fertility treatments, a grueling high-risk twin pregnancy, bed rest with an energetic toddler, and a terrifying postpartum hemorrhage, I was far from naive…
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A Humorous Take on a World Where Men Breastfeed
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever imagined a world where men could breastfeed? A company known for its innovative breast pump recently released an ad that humorously explores this concept, and it’s both entertaining and thought-provoking. The ad presents a workplace environment where men are the ones lactating, and let’s just say, it’s a significant…
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Boosting Your Milk Supply with Power Pumping
Get Pregnant Fast Are you facing challenges with your milk supply? Power pumping may be the answer to help enhance your breast milk production. This technique mimics cluster feeding, signaling your body to increase milk output, and it’s relatively straightforward to implement. Here’s a guide on how to get started with power pumping, along with…
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Breastfeeding After Breast Implants: What You Need to Know
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re considering breastfeeding after having breast implants, you may have several questions about your ability to nurse effectively. Understanding the factors that can influence breastfeeding success is essential, especially if you’re one of the many women in the U.S. who undergo breast augmentation each year. While some studies suggest that women…
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Managing Biting While Breastfeeding: Your Guide to Finding Relief
Get Pregnant Fast As a first-time mom, I remember hearing the advice: “I’ll stop breastfeeding as soon as the first tooth comes in.” I often wondered if that would really change the experience, but when my daughter finally sprouted her first tooth at 7 months, breastfeeding remained mostly pain-free. Sure, there were sleepless nights and…
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That Lactation Ice Cream You Heard About Probably Won’t Boost Your Milk Supply
Get Pregnant Fast You may have come across the buzz about a specific flavor from a well-known ice cream brand claiming to enhance milk production for breastfeeding moms. While indulging in a pint of ice cream sounds delightful, let’s don our lactation consultant hats and dive into the reality: this rumor lacks scientific backing. The…
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Excuse Me, But Is That a Third Breast in My Armpit?
Get Pregnant Fast The journey of first-time pregnancy is undeniably exhilarating. While subsequent pregnancies can also be filled with wonder, nothing quite compares to the thrill of the first, where each change feels like a brand-new adventure. I relished my initial pregnancy until I discovered a lump the size of a kiwi developing in my…