Author: James Lockwood
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Why Is Breastfeeding So Hard? A New Mother’s Guide To Overcoming Common Breastfeeding Challenges
Breastfeeding is often portrayed as natural and effortless, but the reality for many new mums is quite different. Sore nipples, latch issues, and ongoing discomfort are a lot more common than you might think. These challenges aren’t a sign you’re doing it wrong; usually, they just mean you need a bit of adjustment and support. …
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Breastfeeding Essentials Designed To Help New Mums
Whether it’s by breast, bottle, or both, there are no “right” ways to feed your baby, however, if you’ve decided that you want to give breastfeeding a try, then being prepared can make it all the more enjoyable. Whether you’re preparing before baby arrives, or you’re already in the thick of it, (keep going, you’re…
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How To Support A Breastfeeding Mum – Practical Tips For Family & Friends
When someone you love brings home a new baby, it’s only natural to want to help. But if you’ve never breastfed, or it’s been a long time since you did, it can be hard to know how to support a breastfeeding mum. Maybe you’re a partner trying to figure out how to be helpful during…
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Signs Your Baby Is Getting Enough Milk During Breastfeeding
It’s 3am and you’re holding your baby after what feels like their twentieth feed of the day, and that familiar thought comes back: “Is my baby getting enough milk?” Don’t worry, you are certainly not alone here. And it’s perfectly understandable, as, unlike bottle feeding, where you can see how much milk your baby has…
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An Easy Guide to Teaching Your Baby How to Use a Spoon
We all know that, as parents, some milestones are more glamorous than others – case in point: utensils. Introducing the basics of using cutlery can be frustrating (and messy!), but it doesn’t have to be. The key is to keep it simple, and spoons are a great starting point in this regard. Your little one…
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The Best Baby Thermometers And How To Use Them
Every parent knows that heart-stopping moment when you suspect your baby might have a fever. Luckily, having a baby thermometer to hand and knowing how to use it can make these kinds of worries vanish, and often makes the difference between a panicked midnight call to your doctor and calm, informed decision-making. But that begs…