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Breastfeeding 101

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Sore and cracked nipples

Along with engorgement and getting to know your milk supply, one of the most common challenges you might encounter is sore and...

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Blocked ducts

Blocked ducts are a common breastfeeding challenge. Typically, they crop up if we experience poor drainage (although there are a...

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What you need to know about breastfeeding with COVID-19

It’s completely normal to feel stressed or anxious about testing positive for COVID during your breastfeeding journey.

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Feeding positions

Getting into the right position is what can make breastfeeding a comfortable experience for you and your baby. Plus, correct...

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Navigating feeding cues

Typically, feeding cues involve physical gestures, body positions and audible sounds that increase in intensity as their hunger builds. Feeding cues...

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Can I drink coffee while breastfeeding?

All the existing research shows that small amounts of caffeine gets into breast milk, but it's not necessary to cut...

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Low breast milk supply

There’s a long way to go in understanding the realities of our milk supply and communicating this to the public. Breast...

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A myth-busting guide to galactagogues

Galactagogues are any substances (from foods to herbs) that are claimed to increase breastmilk supply. Typically, they’re used to elevate prolactin...