Upright or koala breastfeeding positions A hugely underrated position to feed your baby in. It used to be one of my favourites at later stages of breastfeeding, as it can be very discreet and easy to achieve without fancy furniture or props, wherever you are out and about. This mum here is sitting in a…
Dear Mother, I see you. You are weeping under the duvet at night, for the lost sleep you’re experiencing. The utter exhaustion, alongside confusion. You had been waiting for this baby to arrive, with all your heart and all your being. Now they are here, you’re sometimes wondering if you deserve them. If you LOVE…
In the early weeks, babies may ‘spit up’ occasionally after feeds, due to their immature gut.This ‘laundry problem’ should resolve itself in 50% of babies, without any outside intervention. (GOR*) In a small percentage of babies, the valve between the stomach and oesophagus does not close properly. (GORD*)This disease can result in more regular and…
You paced around the block 10 times, went for a drive, fed and watered baby, checked for wet and dirty nappies, even saw a doctor and excluded all medical causes. You paid a lactation consultant for breastfeeding support and still. Your baby cries for considerable amounts of time in the day/night. You are desperate. If…
I wonder if we have gone too far when it comes to the pressure to entertain, educate and socialise our babies (see baby Mozart, baby Einstein, Montessori style toys and a plethora of companies queuing up to cater for their ‘needs’)? What if? What if I said ALL babies need is the warm body of…
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View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mrs Eszter Bove (@eszterboveibclc) I hear you. It’s hard. You don’t have a role model, an image in your head or perhaps the encouragement of loving family or community members around you. But! You can do hard things. The fact you’re reading this post shows your…
Watch me talk about this on Instagram! This is something I would love to help you with! Let’s talk through your last journey and debrief: emotionally and mentally, putting practical steps in place to plan for your next! Read my other BLOG POSTS on Beyond the Birth, Prep for Feeding, to learn about other aspects…
Watch me talk about this topic and bust 3 myths on Instagram. Get 1to1 support preparing you for, or helping you along YOUR feeding journey! Read my other BLOG POSTS on Beyond the Birth, Prep for Feeding, to learn about other aspects of breastfeeding and infant feeding in general!
If you are planning a #csection you might be wondering if you can still breastfeed.The answer is YES, most definitely! It may help you to be aware of a few risk factors, to maximise your chances to have a smooth breastfeeding journey! 1. If you are given IV fluids, you may end up with extra fluids in…
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