Are you experiencing pain while pumping? Do you feel like your milk output isn’t what it should be? Before you blame your supply or the pump motor, there is a very specific question you need to ask yourself: Are you using the correct flange size? Finding the correct fitting pump isn’t just about the machine […]
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Knowing how warmly to dress your newborn is a common source of anxiety for new parents. We naturally want to keep our little ones cozy, but it’s important to find the right balance—dressing them too warmly can be just as risky as dressing them too lightly. Here is an easy-to-follow guide, based on expert advice,
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Newborn & Baby Care
Deciding when and how often to bathe your newborn is a common question for new parents. While it might seem like a daily necessity, medical evidence supports a more flexible and less frequent approach, especially in the first few weeks after birth. When Is the Best Time to Give the First Bath? Medical and health
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Newborn & Baby Care
Whether you are using a bottle to feed expressed breast milk or formula, the way you deliver the milk matters just as much as what’s in the bottle. Paced bottle feeding is a technique that mimics the slow, controlled flow of breastfeeding, giving your baby control over the feeding and helping to prevent overfeeding and
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Pregnancy & Postpartum Journey
As a busy parent, you rely on your breast pump every day to provide nourishing breast milk for your baby. To ensure the milk you express is safe and to maintain the longevity of your equipment, following proper cleaning and sanitizing guidelines is non-negotiable. Here is an easy, step-by-step guide on how to clean your
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Pregnancy & Postpartum Journey
It’s Premature Awareness Month, and while we celebrate the fierce resilience of our preemies, I want to share a story you won’t find in a brochure—my own unexpected journey into the world of NICU parenting. When I picture my pregnancy, I remember the nursery being painted and the anticipation of a simple, full-term birth. That
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Prematurity: Support for Parents of Preemies
When your premature baby arrives earlier than expected, you are suddenly navigating an unfamiliar world of medical terms, incubators, and intense care. It’s easy to overlook small details like the fit of a nappy, but in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU care), these small choices matter profoundly. Choosing a correct-fitting nappy for your tiny
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Prematurity: Support for Parents of Preemies
Breastfeeding is a journey for two, but the non-birthing parent, whether a dad or partner, has the potential to be the most crucial element in the mother’s support system. You are the first to notice when things are tough, how little sleep the new mom is getting, and when a professional hand is needed. Your
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Parenting Lifestyle
Returning to work while continuing to breastfeed is a delicate balance, but with preparation and a strategic plan, you absolutely can succeed! Being away from your baby doesn’t mean your milk supply has to suffer. We’ve compiled essential tips and a step-by-step guide to help every working mom confidently manage pumping at work, maintain a
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Parenting Lifestyle
Welcome to the incredible world of expressing breast milk! Learning how to successfully start using a breast pump can feel overwhelming for new mothers, but with a few simple steps, you’ll be confidently maximizing your milk expression in no time. We’ve compiled these essential, easy-to-follow tips to ensure your pumping journey is comfortable, efficient, and
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