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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
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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
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 7

15 Celeb Nursing Moms Who Will Inspire You to Breastfeed

These mommas are using their celebrity status to help promote and normalize breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is a choice, and it's always nice to see a celebrity mom post about her nursing struggles and triumphs. Marian Rivera, Mariel Padilla, Gladys Reyes, Rufa Mae Quinto, Sarah Lahbati, and a lot more have had their share of challenges and have
Breastfeeding

June 28

Mom Donates 3,549 Liters of Breast Milk (It Should Be a Guinness Record!)

Pumping breast milk has become a full-time job for this mom of two

Moms know breast milk is the ultimate superfood for babies. Many of our discussions in our Facebook group Smart Parenting Village revolve around increasing breast milk supply, proper storage, and even breast milk donations. Because sharing this liquid gold is caring, right?Over
Fashion

May 27

A Millennial Mom's Go-To Brands for Casual, Work, or Trendy Nursing Wear

Rock your nursing wear, mama!

If you've just given birth and you are currently nursing, feeling good might be a little difficult for you. You are adjusting to a body you don't seem to recognize anymore. Maybe shopping for clothes is probably not your idea of having
Breastfeeding

May 14

Is Donated Breast Milk Safer From a Milk Bank or a Breastfeeding Mom?

A lactation counselor weigh in on the safety of of a milk bank versus community-donated breast milk.

You've probably seen people asking for breast milk donations on your social media feed more than once. They are often for newborns who need it the most — infants who lost their moms when they were born, babies in the neonatal intensive care
Breastfeeding

September 29

Safe Birth Control Methods for Breastfeeding Moms

Experts weigh in on the best and safest birth options for nursing moms.

On our Facebook, we get a lot of messages asking how high the chances are of getting pregnant right after childbirth. Well, it's pretty high. In fact, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecology (ACOG) warns ovulation can return even BEFORE you
Breastfeeding

September 25

8 Things We Need to Stop Saying to Moms Who Breastfeed in Public

Breastfeeding is hard enough as it is, and the last thing a nursing mom needs is shaming.

Society ignores breasts in lingerie ads, but it seems to have a lot of issues when it comes to breastfeeding in public. People don't seem to know what to do with a breastfeeding mom. Spoiler alert: you just leave mom alone and go about
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August 8

See How 7 Celeb Moms Showed Support for World Breastfeeding Week

These celeb nursing mommas helped the cause in their own little ways.

Every first week of August is World Breastfeeding Week where we celebrate breastfeeding and make more people aware of its benefits. According to the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action, at least 823 000 child deaths and 20,000 maternal deaths could be prevented by
Breastfeeding

July 27

Protect Your Baby! Here's How to Clean Your Breast Pump Properly

Avoid the shortcuts when cleaning your breast pump.

If you're pumping breast milk, you know it's a time-consuming task, not just because you need to hook up parts and pump every two hours or so, but because of the cleanup involved. But it's better to clean it properly and meticulously
Breastfeeding

July 26

Photos Show Comments Moms Get When They Breastfeed in Public

It's a project of a photographer-mom who felt uncomfortable nursing in public.

What comment have you gotten when you nursed in public? Nicki Kaylor, a wedding, family, and lifestyle photographer behind Nicki Kaylor Photography, decided to tackle the issue by gathering nine nursing moms for a photo shoot to celebrate the beauty of breastfeeding. She asked
Health & Nutrition

July 14

Correct Food Portion Sizes for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Pinoy Moms

A food guide when it comes to rice, veggies, meat and fruit for soon-to-be and lactating mommas

It’s important to eat a healthy diet every day, but it’s especially so if you’re expecting or lactating. After all, it's not just you anymore -- you need to provide vitamins and nutrients to your baby.Aside from talking to your doctor about
Breastfeeding

March 15

UNICEF UK Weighs In on Newborn's Death Due to Severe Dehydration

The organization says supplementing with formula isn't the sole solution to address severe dehydration in infants.

The unfortunate death of Jillian Johnson's son, Landon, due to severe dehydration, though extremely rare, has put a spotlight on the pressure put on new moms to exclusively breastfeed and the way institutions and hospitals promote their exclusive breastfeeding program.The benefits of breast
Breastfeeding

February 7

'All I Know Right Now Is Breastfeeding Is Hard'

A mom posts an honest but passionate take on breastfeeding.

All women who have breastfed knows that it's not always a walk in the park. It's not at all as easy as most nursing photos suggest, especially if you're a first-time mom. Heck, even doctors admit that they have difficulty getting their groove
Breastfeeding

November 3

4 Basic Breastfeeding Positions You Should Know

You can actually do any position as long as you follow these three guidelines.

Kung gusto mong basahin ang nakasulat dito sa Tagalog, mag-click lamang dito.Breastfeeding is not as easy as it looks in stock photos of moms nursing their babies. You’d think breastfeeding happens naturally -- yes, it can – but it doesn't often happen instantaneously.
Breastfeeding

August 23

7 Things to Expect When Breastfeeding in Public

Plus, what you can do to address the challenges of nursing while out and about.

One of the objectives of the hashtag #NormalizeBreastfeeding is to let other people know that there’s nothing wrong or malicious when a mom breastfeeds her child in public. In case you are not aware, we have the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of
Special Occasions

July 15

Look! Mom Picks Mermaid Theme for Her Breastfeeding Photo Shoot

Let the magical beauty of breastfeeding be "part of your world."

Being a mom is a gift and a milestone that we want to remember and go back to or share with our kids someday. Taking a photo is one way of preserving and celebrating those precious memories. In fact, every day we
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March 10

This Portable Suite Is Just What Every Nursing Mom Needs

Could this be the solution to the shortage of breastfeeding stations?

As if breastfeeding is not challenging enough, finding a space to breastfeed or pump in peace and quiet can be difficult, especially if you're out and about. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to breastfeed or pump breast milk just like
Breastfeeding

January 5

4 Healthy Eating Tips for Nursing Moms

A food and nutrition guide during your breastfeeding months

The body takes about 2 to 6 hours to absorb food and pass nutrients into breast milk. Generally, nursing moms on healthy diets produce healthy breast milk. Undernourished moms, on the other hand, may produce milk that is lower than normal in

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