Breastfeeding Babies

breastfeeding babyBreastfeeding babies is a dream most newly pregnant mothers aspire to. There is so much information and research to show that this is the ultimate way to feed your child that most women, even if they don't plan to breastfeed long, do at least plan to feed their newborn for a few weeks.

Starting the process can be quite challenging though. In this day and age it is less common for girls to be exposed to other women breastfeeding their babies. This means they are also not exposed to all the problems that can be faced along the way and the solutions which are found.

With the advent of the internet, these solutions are becoming easier to find. With the wealth of knowledge available though, figuring out which is the best advice for you can be tough. It is always important to remember, when reading anything on this site or others, in a book, or gathering advice from family, friends or professionals that there are many different ways of handling a situation and the right answer is the the one which feels right for you.

If anything you read or have been told doesn't feel right to you then it probably isn't. The most common mistake women make is not following their gut instinct. This can lead to feelings of guilt and stress which ultimately makes your transition to motherhood even harder.

This site is devoted to moms who are experiencing problems with breastfeeding or pregnant women wishing to learn more about this wonderful experience. It aims to make you feel empowered to make the right decision for you and your family, so you can fully enjoy breastfeeding babies rather than feeling overly stressed by it.

Getting Ready for Breastfeeding
Getting ready for breastfeeding - all the tips and advice that you need to consider before the birth of your infant

After The Baby Is Born
Learn how to set up the newborn's breastfeeding reflexes in the first hour to twelve weeks after the baby is born.

Latching On
Shows videos of baby led latching on, first feeds and some great anatomical anitmation to help you understand a good latch on.

Understanding, Avoiding and Treating Mastitis
Information for you to understand, avoid and treat lactational mastitis

Understanding Mastitis Symptoms
Understand what causes mastitis symptoms and what you can do about them

Natural Remedies for Nipple Soreness
Some natural remedies for nipple soreness caused by breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Positions
Descriptions of the common breastfeeding positions including simple tips to help you get the most out of each position.

Breastfeeding Schedule
Allowing a breastfeeding schedule to naturally emerge makes for a happier, healthier baby

Breast Pumping
A moms guide on breast pumping - tips and techniques on getting more from your pumping and using the milk well.

Pacifiers
Is a pacifier right for your newborn? how do you decide whether or not to use one?

Breastfeeding Questions
Share you breastfeeding questions for personal advice

Breastfeeding in Public
Hints on making breastfeeding in public easier

Breastfeeding Diets
The reasoning behind good breastfeeding diets, with links to discussions on specific diets for breastfeeding

Losing Weight While Breastfeeding
Some women really struggle losing weight while breastfeeding because their hormones haven't settled. Here are some tips for settling your hormones down so you can lose those extra pounds

Breastfeeding Stories
Breastfeeding stories to help new and expectant mothers understand some of the challenges associated with beginning a breastfeeding relationship

Breastfeeding and Smoking
all the need to know info about breastfeeding and smoking

Breastfeeding Benefits
An easy to understand explanation of why breastfeeding benefits you and your baby.

The Benefits of Breastfeeding for the Mother
All about the many benefits of breastfeeding for the mother

Discreet Breastfeeding in Public Outcry
How could that judge be so outrageous reprimanding that woman for discreet breastfeeding in public, a normal natural part of living.....

Vitamin D - it's importance for health and breastfeeding mothers
Discover vitamin d's importance for health and breastfeeding mothers

Breastfeeding and Alcohol
Breastfeeding and alcohol - tips for surviving the silly season

Parenting Book Reviews
To be considered a good parenting book it must contain information that affirms and informs parents in a non judgemental way. All aspects of parenting are unique, every parent should feel confident

The Breastfeeding Babies Blog
Up to date information about all the new information added to the breastfeeding-babies site.

Other Parenting and Breastfeeding Resources
Useful links to other parenting and breastfeeding resources

Why I chose to set up the Breastfeeding Babies website
A little bit about me and why I chose to set up the Breastfeeding Babies website.