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My daughter is a week old. Is it okay to give her a pacifier if I am breastfeeding?

This question is one that many new breastfeeding moms ask. There are several concerns with pacifier use and a breastfeeding newborn. The biggest reason that you may want to give your baby a pacifie...

I’m coughing and sneezing. Is it safe to breastfeed my baby when I am sick?

During the winter season I receive many phone calls about illness and breastfeeding. When you are ill, your body starts to build antibodies to fight off the infection.  Those antibodies are also fo...

My baby is a month old and I have noticed that my breasts are not full when it is time to nurse. Does this mean my supply is decreasing?

It is very common to notice that your breasts are softer between feedings and when it is time to feed as your baby gets older. In the first few weeks your milk supply is in overdrive. It takes a fe...

Breastfeeding baby doll makes waves in the media

This week there has been much discussion in the news about the Breast Milk Baby that is on the market from a Spanish doll maker.  Although I have not seen the doll in person, I have seen videos on ...

iPhone application to keep track of your nursing schedule

How are you currently keeping track of your nursing sessions? If you aren’t already using your smart phone, you should be! I found a breastfeeding logging application for the iPhone (Baby Tracker: ...

Allergies and breastfeeding

Allergies can be quite common in spring and summer months. If you suffer from allergies you may be wondering what medications, if any, you can take while breastfeeding. There are many medications o...

The Dos and Don’ts of Fighting in Front of Your Kids

You’d be hard pressed to find a couple who has never had an argument in front of their kids. While constant fighting in the presence of your kids is not good for their development, an occasional he...

Leading Lady’s Dreamy Comfort Maternity to Nursing Bra – What Dreams are Made Of

When it comes to a nursing bra, what are your dreams made of? Does it sound something like this: Smooth cups…uh-huh! Support from top to bottom…yeah! Easy access to breastfeed…of course! A sleek lo...

Nursing bra fit tips

It is very important to make sure that your nursing bra fits well through all of your nursing stages.  In the first weeks of breastfeeding you will probably notice the biggest changes in your breas...

The temps are hitting and exceeding 100 degrees and breastfeeding in this heat is uncomfortable! Any advice? I’m also wondering if I should give my daughter water between breastfeeding?

Your baby will get all the liquids she needs via breastmilk.  Studies have shown that an exclusively breastfed baby does not need extra water.  But make sure you breastfeed your baby frequently, es...