Tag: breastfeeding
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Pope Francis Supports Public Breastfeeding in the Sistine Chapel
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent service at the iconic Sistine Chapel, Pope Francis demonstrated his progressive stance by encouraging mothers to breastfeed their hungry babies without hesitation. Addressing the congregation during the annual baptism ceremony for Jesus, where he baptized 28 children, the Pope acknowledged the realities of motherhood. “The ceremony is a little…
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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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The 8 Essential Breastfeeding Products for New Moms in 2025
Get Pregnant Fast As a new mom, embarking on your breastfeeding journey can feel overwhelming. You might think, “How difficult can it be?” However, many mothers find that nursing doesn’t come as easily as expected. It’s perfectly normal! To help ease this transition, we’ve compiled a list of the top breastfeeding essentials that can make…
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If You’re Nursing Your 6-Year-Old, Prepare for Backlash
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, I champion every feeding method: whether it’s breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or formula-feeding, I believe in respecting how each parent chooses to nourish their child. However, if you decide to openly share photos of breastfeeding your six-year-old, brace yourself for the judgment that may come your way. Is it…
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I Chose Not to Breastfeed, and It Took Years to Overcome My Shame and Guilt
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share something personal: I didn’t breastfeed my son. This decision wasn’t based on a lack of ability or issues like low milk supply or a poor latch. The simple truth is, I didn’t want to breastfeed. This is often where people jump to conclusions, labeling me as selfish, lazy, or…
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Mom Launches UK’s First Breastfeeding Cafe Amid Controversy
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking move for new parents, a mother has inaugurated the UK’s first breastfeeding cafe, but not without facing some backlash. Charlotte Purdie, who welcomed her child in March 2015, opened The Milk Lounge in Nottingham, a unique space designed specifically for nursing and feeding parents. This innovative cafe has quickly…
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I’m That Proud, Oversharing Mom Who People Love to Judge
Get Pregnant Fast I’m the mom on social media who seems to rub people the wrong way. Yes, I’m the one who overshares, and it’s led to some pretty heated discussions. I’m the mom who lends support to fellow breastfeeding moms reaching out for advice. I’m the mom with both kids in cloth diapers. I’m…
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D-MER: The Breastfeeding Challenge That Can Leave You Feeling Low
Get Pregnant Fast A few weeks after welcoming my third child into the world, I was starting to feel like I was getting the hang of things. Nursing had been a struggle, and I often found myself dreading the feeds, but I was determined to make it work. We eventually discovered a position that my…