Archives for June 2008

Breastfeeding - Some Facts You May Not Know

If you are a first time mother then you will probably learn most of what you need to know about breastfeeding at your pre-natal clinic, or from your own mother if she breast fed you, but I hope the information below may fill in some of the gaps.
Obvious though it may sound, breastfeeding provides your […]

10 June 2008 | General, Breast Milk and Milk Banking | No Comments

Breastfeeding: Choosing a breast pump

If you’re breast-feeding your baby, a breast pump may offer welcome flexibility. But how do you know which type of pump is best? Ask yourself these questions.
Breast-feeding is a round-the-clock commitment. That’s why many breast-feeding mothers consider breast pumps as important as car seats and baby wipes.
Whether you’re going back to work or simply want […]

10 June 2008 | General, Breast Pumps | No Comments

Tips For Breast Milk Storage

If you breastfeed your baby, chances are there will come a time when you need to store breast milk. This can be when you return to work or even if you are only planning a few hours out.
Storing breast milk can be one of the most confusing things for new moms and it is good […]

16 June 2008 | Breast Pumps, Mothers' Stories, Breast Milk and Milk Banking | No Comments

How to Choose a Breast Pump

Having a good breastpump is an essential part of having a child.  So, how to choose a breast pump ?
There are two major types of breastpump - manual and battery/electric. Single and double models are available. If you need to pump often, consider a dual electric model. However, if you don’t need to pump often, […]

24 June 2008 | General, Breast Pumps | No Comments

What Nursing Supplies Do You Really Need

Breastfeeding advocates love to say how much cheaper - or free - breastfeeding is. It’s true, there’s much less stuff and expense involved in nursing than in formula feeding, but a couple of products can make life much easier. Here’s what’s vital, and here’s what is nice, and what you can do without.

The most obvious […]

24 June 2008 | General, Breast Pumps, Nursing Wear, Mothers' Stories | No Comments