Ayodele AkenzuaFor many moms-to-be, the thought of welcoming your baby can be daunting. But it does not have to be! Preparing for your baby’s birth as much as possible beforehand can be a great idea, making the whirlwind of excitement as easy as possible. From knowing the signs of going into labor to choosing a delivery…
JayDee VykoukalSeeing your child reach his milestones brings you tremendous joy as a mother. With that said, you must also decide on a few things for your child at each milestone. One of these is baby-led weaning, which involves introducing solid meals to your baby’s diet when he hits the six-month mark, and you want to…
Maria DimWhen I was seven months pregnant, everything was prepared for my little one – clothes, nursery, presents… and then somebody asked me: Are you going to breastfeed? Until then, I thought there was no such question. Breastfeeding was the natural thing to do. Aren’t all new moms supposed to breastfeed their babies? Well, not necessarily….
JayDee VykoukalIt can be very upsetting as a new mother to have your breast milk production decline or to only produce a few drops from each breast, which is insufficient to sate your baby’s hunger. Worrying about your baby’s hunger can be stressful and actually make your supply issues worse (ironically). Perhaps you’ve already tried drinking…
Ayodele AkenzuaDeciding which is better between baby-led weaning vs purees may be a tough decision. Your baby is finally 6 months old (or older), and, although breastmilk is still sufficient to supply the nutrients required for proper growth and development, your baby is curious! It is time to choose a method to introduce solid foods to…
JayDee VykoukalBreastfeeding is one of the most natural ways to ensure your child’s health, but getting the hang of it takes time and patience. Despite being a rewarding experience, motherhood also comes with its fair share of difficulties- one of them is often breastfeeding your baby. When you breathe a sigh of relief after giving birth…