Breastfeeding Basics

Breastfeeding, aka nursing, can be daunting for expecting and new moms, especially if you haven’t done it before.

No doubt that you will have myriad questions running in your mind:

  • How to get my newborn to latch properly?
  • How do I know that my newborn is nursing enough?
  • How long should I nurse on each side?
  • What foods to avoid while breastfeeding?
  • How to encourage the infant to nurse more?
  • How to wean my child?
  • Is there any meetup group for nursing moms?
  • Who are lactation consultants? Do I need one?

…and many more.

Overwhelmed, frustrated, tired, moms need answers for their questions without being judged or ridiculed. No question is too simple or silly to be asked.

The resources page in this site will be continuously updated with links to various resources in your local communities. These resources will help you with this lovely phase of your life by experienced moms who have done this, learned from their experiences and willing to pass the knowledge to other moms.

Can You Shake Breast Milk?

You will hear different opinions regarding shaking the breastmilk. But, can you shake breast milk? Does shaking breast milk cause gas? Find the answers here.

After Pumping How Soon Can I Breastfeed?

Pumping regularly can maintain your milk supply constant and storing milk for future meals. After pumping how soon can I breastfeed? Find the answers here.

How to keep baby from getting sick when mom is?

Getting sick when you have to take constant care of your baby is never a desirable situation. How to keep baby from getting sick when mom is. Find the answers here.

What Can I Take For A Headache While Breastfeeding?

If you are wondering what can I take for a headache while breastfeeding, then read on as this page provides the info on the ways to reduce the headache.

Can You Take Benadryl While Breastfeeding?

New nursing moms get alarmed if they get cold or flu like symptoms. Benadryl is one of the common treatment options. Can you take Benadryl while breastfeeding?

Top 5 BEST Formula For Supplementing Breastfed Babies

Even if you breastfeed your baby, you might need to supplement your baby’s diet with formula. Find the 5 BEST formula for supplementing breastfed babies here.

Can I Take Robitussin While Breastfeeding?

Robitussin is a common treatment for cold symptoms which has 1 or 2 active ingredients. Can I take Robitussin while breastfeeding? Find the answers here.

Can you overfeed a newborn breastfeeding?

For new moms, how much the newborn eats is critical. Find answers for can you overfeed a newborn breastfeeding & can you overfeed with bottle or expressed milk here.

How long does alcohol stay in your breast milk?

While nursing, the critical diet restriction is to pay attention to alcohol intake. Learn how long does alcohol stay in your breast milk & do you pump and dump?

Can You Eat Peanut Butter While Breastfeeding?

Peanuts allergy is one of the most common and severe allergies among babies. Can You Eat Peanut Butter While Breastfeeding? Find evidence based answers here.

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