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Inspiration

April 10

Mom With Asthma Shares How She Recovered From COVID-19

The thought of not being able to breastfeed her two young kids broke her heart.

Many patients who recover from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) choose to remain silent due to the stigma surrounding the illness. But there are still those who are willing to share their story if only to inspire others to keep fighting. One
Health & Nutrition

March 11

Coronavirus Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Facts and Guidelines

Expecting women should take all precautions not to get sick during their pregnancy.

If you're pregnant, you will be concerned about you and your baby's health during this time of increasing novel coronavirus infections (COVID-19). After all, the new disease can easily be spread from one person to another. It has infected more than 118,000
Breastfeeding

March 9

Benefits Of Hand-Expressing Breast Milk

Moms in our Smart Parenting Village also share their experiences with hand-expressing.

Breastfeeding is one of the best ways to ensure your baby gets all the nutrition he needs. While some benefit from using tools like pumps, some find it more helpful to hand-express their milk. Below, learn about some of the benefits of
Breastfeeding

February 11

How Much Time Breastfeeding Takes Up During The First 6 Months

Nursing is close to a 24-hour job during the first month after giving birth.

Any breastfeeding mom knows it takes a massive chunk of the day to be at the beck and call of a newborn who needs nourishing. But it is worth it because of the many benefits to newborns (and moms, too). So, how much
News

January 16

Pope Francis On Crying Babies In Church: Breastfeed Them Here

Pope Francis encourages moms (yet again) to nurse their babies in church if they’re hungry.

Pope Francis baptized 32 babies (17 baby boys and on 15 baby girls) the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord on January 12, 2020, in the Sistine Chapel, in the Vatican City, reports uCatholic.In his homily for the mass, the Pope
Real Parenting

January 5

Breastfeeding Dad Shares Why He Wants To Normalize Breastfeeding

A dad writes a heartfelt essay on the challenges they faced when they chose to go on a breastfeeding journey.

Dads today are now more involved in parenting but it’s still surprising when a dad talks about breastfeeding. Teng Diaz, a freelance digital artist, knew they were in for a ride when his wife, Floriza, decided to breastfeed their son, Reed. But
Breastfeeding

December 27

Benefits Of Breastfeeding

Breast milk is chock-full of nutrients your baby need to grow healthily.

One of the most crucial decisions you need to make as you anticipate the arrival of your new baby is how you will feed him. While it may not be an option for some moms, breastfeeding can help give your child a
Your Health

October 14

Birth Control Implants: Cost, Side Effects, and Reviews

The implant is effective for up to three years.

When it comes to birth control, we found that a lot of moms would prefer a contraceptive method they can easily “get and forget.” There are options that once in place, can prevent pregnancy for months, like the IUD and the injectable,
Breastfeeding

October 9

How to Fix a Shallow Latch

Finding the right breastfeeding position is key.

If you think your baby has a shallow latch, it is important to correct this as it can impact your milk supply and also prevent him from getting enough breast milk, which contains the essential nutrients he needs to grow healthily. (Click here
Breastfeeding

October 7

What Is a Shallow Latch?

A shallow latch can also cause moms to feel nipple pain when they’re nursing.

Breastfeeding can be a joyous bonding experience for a mother and her child. Unfortunately, it can also be full of difficulties, which can cause some moms to give up entirely on nursing their babies. One common breastfeeding struggle mothers experience is a
Breastfeeding

October 1

Alanis Morissette Breastfeeding Third Baby

The 45-year-old star gave birth to her third child just last August.

Remember Alanis Morissette? Those who grew up in the '90s will never forget the Canadian singer’s album Jagged Little Pill where her songs like “Isn’t It Ironic” and “You Oughta Know” became anthems for many teens at the time.Today, Alanis has turned that
Breastfeeding

September 15

Breastfeeding Benefits and Hakab Na 2019

Tribes and 'breast friends' shared with us the wonders of breastfeeding during a Hakab Na event.

Breastfeeding entails a lot of sacrifices. Even with all the breastfeeding benefits — physical, mental, psychological, and social — that breastfeeding brings to both mother and child, it also takes a toll, and sometimes I can't help but want to give up.So last August
Breastfeeding

August 21

Why Breastfeeding Makes Moms Sleepy

It’s all about the hormones!

Do you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night to breastfeed? While nursing causes new moms to lose out on a lot of sleep, it also works the other way around — breastfeeding your baby can be an effective
Breastfeeding

August 14

Breastfeeding Diet: What Nursing Moms Can or Cannot Eat

Is it true that your breast milk is what you eat? We list the most common myths.

Nursing and breast milk offer a lot of benefits for both babies and moms. When committing to breastfeeding, no matter how long you intend to do so, consider that nursing entails eating almost as if you’re still pregnant. Again, you’re not eating
Breastfeeding

August 8

Breastfeeding in Public Stories from Real Moms

Moms should not be shamed for doing breastfeeding in public.

The idea of breastfeeding in public still makes a lot of Pinoys uncomfortable. While we have a law that mandates public places and offices to have lactation rooms, it’s not always followed. And that is a problem when you have a hungry
Breastfeeding

July 23

Relaxation Therapy Can Help in Breastfeeding

Stress and breastfeeding do not make a great match.

Many factors can make it difficult for moms to breastfeed their babies. You have post-birth complications, some have low milk supply and others struggle to get the baby to latch properly. The worrying can make anyone anxious, and unfortunately, you can add stress
Breastfeeding

July 3

Breastfeeding Reduces Women’s Risk of Heart Disease

Here’s another addition to the list of benefits of breastfeeding for moms!

The benefits of breastfeeding are numerous for the baby and the mom. But a new study has just added another incredible advantage to the list: breastfeeding can help lower a woman’s risk of developing heart disease later in life.The study, which was
Breastfeeding

June 19

Breastfeeding Essentials at the Smart Parenting Convention

Get started on your breastfeeding journey here.

Breastfeeding is a commitment, so it’s important that you, mom, are comfortable throughout your journey. It might be an additional expense, but investing in nursing essentials can help you achieve breastfeeding success. At the Smart Parenting Convention, you can shop to your heart’s content as all you
Breastfeeding

May 16

Meet a Working, Breastfeeding Mom Who Is Also a Medical Intern

The hours were long but she persisted and pumped in between her 24-hour shifts.

Many moms have proven time and again that armed with the right knowledge, patience, and perseverance, you can provide your child with liquid gold. But juggling motherhood and working at the same time can make breastfeeding challenging. At times, it feels like you have to make a choice
News

May 13

Jennica Uytingco Gets Bashed for Endorsing Milk Brand

The mom of two still thinks breast milk is best.

Since she became a mom in 2014, Jennica Uytingco has been a breastfeeding and natural parenting advocate. So, when the mom of two recently revealed that she had become an endorser of a popular milk brand, it unsurprisingly sparked a debate on social

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