You’ve probably heard of “detox” or “cleansing.” And while some diets can be great for weight loss or improving overall health, others can be potentially bad, especially for breastfeeding women. Detox diets can negatively influence your milk. And unfortunately, cleansing is one of them. As healthy as juice cleanses are, they’re not recommended for pregnant … Read more
Can Breastfeeding Mothers Have Protein Powder? The short answer is yes. Protein powder and protein shakes are very safe for moms that are breastfeeding because they help increase milk supply. A few years back, WHO (World Health Organization) issued a recommendation for breastfeeding women. According to their research, they suggested women should consume an additional … Read more
For many mothers, the question of how to transition from breastfeeding to pumping can be a frustrating one. Moms who have to go back to work can often feel pressured to rush the process, which can heighten their anxiety. In turn, pumping becomes even more difficult. If this is you, then let’s just take a … Read more
Nursing mothers often have questions about various foods and drinks they should ingest while breastfeeding. Of course, new moms want to make sure that everything they put into their bodies is healthy for their babies. Included on the list of common queries is, “Can breastfeeding mothers drink green tea?” The answer is yes. For most … Read more
You’re a new mom who’s ready to shed those extra pounds you gained during pregnancy. Between the lack of sleep and the busy schedule that you’re on, you can’t always find the time to prepare healthy meals and snacks for yourself. These factors cause many new mothers to ask, “Are meal replacement shakes safe during … Read more
Breast milk is the best food for a baby, and it’s important to know how much your baby is getting. There are several ways to measure how much breast milk baby is getting. You can weigh your baby before and after feeding, measure the amount of breast milk in each feeding, or use a breast … Read more
Your baby could pull away from your nipple while breastfeeding because of many reasons. However, you shouldn’t get worried or discouraged when this happens. As long as your baby’s steadily gaining weight and seems to be happy at the end of each feeding, they’re probably getting enough milk. Below, I will discuss some of the … Read more
After giving birth, your body is recalibrating itself. You’re losing water weight as well as ridding yourself of the bloating you may have had in your hands and feet while pregnant. In other words, you’re going through a process that can help you adjust to the new you. The whole process lasts for only a … Read more
New mothers have many questions, and understandably so! One of those questions is: can you consume magnesium while breastfeeding. The short answer is yes! In moderation, magnesium is good for you and your baby’s health. Your baby’s diet is dependent on the minerals, vitamins, and nutrients you consume. So, it’s highly important that you know … Read more
Milk is digested quickly, so babies need their food regularly. And frequent feedings help encourage your breast milk production during the first couple of weeks. You should breastfeed your baby between 8 and 12 times a day during the first month. When your baby’s about 1-2 months old, they probably will breastfeed between 7 and … Read more