Breastfeeding and Maternal Diet

Lactation is a normal physiological process for postpartum women. All mothers should eat well, although not perfectly, every day to ensure health and wellbeing regardless of breastfeeding status.  A healthy diet should consist of a wide range of foods. A simple  breakdown of a lactating woman’s diet  should be 50-55% carbohydrates ( complex), 12-15% protein … More Breastfeeding and Maternal Diet

5 breastfeeding tips for women with bigger breasts

Breastfeeding is definitely not a one-size-fits-all experience and those with bigger breasts can find themselves experiencing a range of different issues that their small chested friends may not encounter.   Here are my 5 top tips for mums with large breasts starting their breastfeeding journey:   Support them – Whether you already had large breasts … More 5 breastfeeding tips for women with bigger breasts

6 real life situations where baby wearing can save the day + Tula Free to Grow Review

Playing or entertaining older siblings – Even the most excited sibling will be a little put out when a new baby brother or sister comes on to the scene and even more so when mummy can’t play or run after them when tending to the new baby. Babywearing means you still have two hands free … More 6 real life situations where baby wearing can save the day + Tula Free to Grow Review

Feeding on the job… + Ardo- ‘Calypso On The Go’ breast pump review

Tips on how to return to work and continue breastfeeding  A recent study showed that approximately 118,000 women in Australia return to the workforce before their child is 6 months of age. The World Health Organisation (WHO) advocates that exclusively breastfeeding children for at least 6 months will give them the most optimal start to … More Feeding on the job… + Ardo- ‘Calypso On The Go’ breast pump review