Tag: Breastfeeding

What can I do if my ejection reflex is too strong?

What can I do if my ejection reflex is too strong?

Hello Marie, what can I do if my ejection reflex is too strong? My baby is 11 weeks old and has difficulty almost every time
Nipple Pain

Nipple Pain

Nipple injuries are painful. Whether chapping or cracking, these injuries affect the nerve endings found in the skin’s epidermis.
Can ultrasounds help disgorge my breasts?

Can ultrasounds help disgorge my breasts?

I gave birth three weeks ago, and my breasts really hurt. I saw a breastfeeding specialist and am trying different things to help disgorge them,
Contraceptives and Breastfeeding

Contraceptives and Breastfeeding

Preparing for childbirth is one thing, but experiencing the post-partum period is quite another, and it comes with a whole range of new questions every
Possible Procedures to Cut the Tongue Frenulum

Possible Procedures to Cut the Tongue Frenulum

There are several procedures to cut the tongue frenulum. : laser surgery or surgery with scissors.
Lactose Intolerance or Allergy

Lactose Intolerance or Allergy

Lactose (milk sugar) intolerance or allergy is very rare for babies and is often associated with family history and genetics.
Can an overly strong ejection reflex lead to colic?

Can an overly strong ejection reflex lead to colic?

My baby is 13 days old and already has colic after breastfeeding. My milk flow is pretty strong, a powerful ejection reflex.
Do I have to wash my breasts before breastfeeding?

Do I have to wash my breasts before breastfeeding?

Marie, I have a question, and the answers I have gotten are not always the same. Do I need to wash my breast with a
Can I add pumped milk to the milk in the fridge?

Can I add pumped milk to the milk in the fridge?

Hello Marie! This morning I pumped my milk but only got 2 ounces. I was told to put it in the fridge and to not
Should I prepare my breasts for breastfeeding during my pregnancy?

Should I prepare my breasts for breastfeeding during my pregnancy?

Marie, I was wondering if I have to prepare my breasts for breastfeeding during my pregnancy. I am 24 weeks pregnant, and I don’t know
Do you need a nursing bra?

Do you need a nursing bra?

To learn more about nursing bra considerations, go to Choosing the Right Nursing Bra. Do you need a nursing bra? You don’t have to buy
Ultrasounds and Breastfeeding

Ultrasounds and Breastfeeding

Les ultrasons provoquent des micromassages dégageant de la chaleur qui aident à détendre les canaux lactifères dans les seins.