Tag: infant feeding
-
7 Surprising Facts About Lactation Consultants
Get Pregnant Fast By: Lily Thompson As a lactation consultant, my journey began as a mother determined to breastfeed my baby. Before diving into this world, I had little understanding of what lactation consultants did, the heated debates surrounding breastfeeding, or the pressures faced by both breastfeeding and formula-feeding mothers. My only goal was to…
-
Understanding Baby Growth Spurts: Timing and Signs to Watch For
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! If you’ve noticed your little one suddenly acting like they’re always hungry, it might just be that they’re hitting a growth spurt. Let’s dive into when these growth spurts typically occur and how to recognize the signs. What are Baby Growth Spurts? Growth spurts are periods of rapid growth that…
-
Increasing Evidence Challenges the Notion That Breastfeeding is Always ‘Best’
Get Pregnant Fast Regardless of whether you choose to breastfeed or use formula, there’s a mantra that’s been ingrained in us: breast is best. It echoes in your mind during the sleepless nights when latching feels like an uphill battle, and you repeat it to friends who are expecting. If you opt for formula, you…