Category: Common Challenges

Breastfeeding isn’t always easy—and that’s okay. You’re not alone. This section covers common breastfeeding challenges like low milk supply, sore nipples, engorgement, mastitis, and more. Learn what causes these issues and how to treat them. Get real solutions, simple tips, and support to help you keep going with confidence.

  • Prevent Biting While Breastfeeding

    Prevent Biting While Breastfeeding

    If you’re a mother grappling with the dilemma of teething and biting while breastfeeding, you’re not alone. In this article, I’ll share my personal journey of navigating this tricky phase, along with practical tips and solutions that helped us make it through. How to Prevent Biting I remember when my baby started teething. Those fussy…

  • Hyperlactation – What Can You Do to Lower Your Milk Production?

    Hyperlactation – What Can You Do to Lower Your Milk Production?

    Hyperlactation syndrome can be a challenging experience for breastfeeding mothers, but there are several effective methods to manage it. From using cabbage leaves or Cabo cream to relieve engorgement to employing block feeding techniques, these remedies aim to regulate milk supply. Hyperlactation While some mothers worry about not having enough milk, others experience hyperlactation. Hyperlactation syndrome…

  • Nipple Confusion, a.k.a Nipple Preference

    Nipple Confusion, a.k.a Nipple Preference

    What Is Nipple Confusion? When breastfed babies are given an artificial nipple to drink from, they might become confused and not know how to drink from the breast. These two feeding methods entail different tongue and mouth movements and swallowing skills. During breastfeeding, a baby uses his jaw and lips to pump and grip the…

  • Infant Growth Spurts

    Infant Growth Spurts

    All babies will experience growth spurts, also called “frequency days.” Mothers usually assume that they have low milk production during this time. Their babies may demand to be breastfed more often during the day and night and may become very fussy. Growth Spurts in Breastfed Babies All babies will experience growth spurts, also called “frequency…

  • Breastfeeding and Fertility – How to Avoid or Induce Pregnancy

    Breastfeeding and Fertility – How to Avoid or Induce Pregnancy

    You might need to know if you can fall pregnant while breastfeeding, either because you want to prevent pregnancy naturally or if you’re going to have another baby. Loss of fertility while breastfeeding could either be used to a mother’s advantage to help avoid pregnancy, or it could seem like a stumbling block for those…

  • Breastfeeding and Menstruation

    Breastfeeding and Menstruation

    You might be concerned about many issues surrounding lactation and menstruation, from discharge and missed periods to wondering whether your periods will ever return. After giving birth, your body needs time to adjust and return to its previous state. The period in which lactation suppresses your menstruation and fertility is called lactational amenorrhea. (1) The…

  • Newborn Diarrhea & Green Poop

    Newborn Diarrhea & Green Poop

    The more frequently your baby nurses, the greater the protection against dehydration and other health issues. Exclusive breastfeeding is highly advised! Newborn Diarrhea Why Is Breast Milk So Important? Breast milk is the best remedy for a baby during diarrhea because it provides immune protection and gut protection. Continued breastfeeding will help a baby recover quickly, and breast…

  • Infant Cries While Nursing

    Infant Cries While Nursing

    Breastfeeding is a wonderful bonding experience between you and your baby, but it can be a real challenge when your little one starts crying during feedings. 16 Reasons Babies Cry While Nursing & How to Help In this article, we’ll explore the common reasons for fussing while breastfeeding and how you can make nursing easier…

  • Baby Fusses While Breastfeeding

    Baby Fusses While Breastfeeding

    As time goes by, most babies will start to suck stronger and more efficiently. During the first few weeks after birth, a baby may drink up to 40 minutes per feeding but, as time goes by, he/she might only need 10 to 15 minutes at the breast. Do you have an extremely fussy baby while…

  • Cluster Feeding and Fussy Evenings – Tips and Tricks

    Cluster Feeding and Fussy Evenings – Tips and Tricks

    Cluster Feeding (sometimes called ‘bunch feeding’) is what the word suggests. Feeds that are ‘clustered’ together; this occurrence is normal! What is Cluster Feeding? Cluster feeding is apparent when a baby breastfeeds continually, usually for about three to four hours at once. Some babies may fall asleep at the breast and refuse to stop breastfeeding.…