Alternative Feeding Methods Cup Feeding Infants There are situations where alternative feeding methods become necessary. While bottle feeding is a common choice, it may sometimes interfere with breastfeeding.
Alternative Feeding Methods How to Choose the Best Organic Formula for Supplementing In this guide, we'll delve into the significance of breastfeeding, the value of alternative feeding methods, and the considerations when turning to formula, especially the organic variety.
Pumping Not Pumping Enough Milk Pumping breast milk can sometimes be challenging, especially if you are pumping full-time. We provide tips and techniques to maximize milk production. Know the reasons behind low pump output.
Pumping Exclusive Pumping - The Benefits Outweigh the Challenges Drain your breasts as much as possible with every pumping session; this will signal your body to produce more milk. Drink lots of fluids, especially water, this will hydrate your body to increase milk production.
Breastfeeding a Preemie Breastfeeding Preemies - Breastfeeding a Premature Baby Breast milk contains all the essential immunological defense factors that a premature baby would need to resist infection: breast milk contains bioactive elements, enzymes, antioxidants, and cellular components that formula does not.
Latching Issues Cleft Lip and Palate The Obturator can help the baby suck stronger and provides firm pressure on the breast. The mother should request that the Obturator be made of a smooth surface, as not to hurt her while breastfeeding.
Benefits of Breastfeeding Could You Have Enough Milk to Breastfeed Triplets? Breastfeeding triplets or more can seem impossible, as most mothers have problems keeping up with just one! The good news is that many mothers have proven that it can be done.
Latching Issues Alternative Breastfeeding Methods - Preventing Breastfeeding Issues Mothers might be looking for alternative feeding methods that can prevent their babies from experiencing the adverse effects of using artificial nipples.
Attachment Parenting Supplementary Nursing System Continue to benefit from the bonding experience that breastfeeding offers, even if you have a low milk supply or no milk at all.
Breastfeeding a Preemie Low Blood Sugar in Newborns Is low blood sugar in newborns serious? It is actually common for babies to have low blood sugar after birth, but breastfeeding early, and often, can prevent and help with low blood sugar in a baby.
Latching Issues Easy to Implement Latching-on Techniques That Work The good news: There is no single, right way to attach a baby to a breast. Anything that helps your baby suck deeply and comfortably, and ends in good milk transfer, is the “right" breastfeeding position or technique for you.
Comfort Feeding Featured Is Baby Getting Enough Breast Milk? Since you cannot measure the exact amounts like you can when bottle feeding, it may leave a mother feeling insecure about the amount of milk she is producing.
Latching Issues Nipple Confusion, a.k.a Nipple Preference 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 entirely different tongue and mouth movements and swallowing skills.