While we often hear the term “breast is best” and learn about the many benefits of breastfeeding, the reality is that opting to breastfeed can also significantly affect your mental health. Coping with breastfeeding and mental health It’s a demanding responsibility that can feel all-encompassing to the point of overwhelm and we know how much[…]
Author: Dee Drysdale
Breastfeeding and Sleeping – Guest Blog by Caro Graham
Many parents who I speak to are under the impression that a breastfeeding baby will automatically sleep less than a formula fed baby. I truly think this is a myth. All babies are different and have their own unique temperament. The way they are fed does not necessarily have an impact on how well they[…]
How I gained my confidence to breastfeed in public
As a mother learning to breastfeed in public, nothing gives me more joy then looking down at my baby’s face and seeing the dribble of breast milk run down her cheek. How to push through the early days of breastfeeding I’m not trying to make any formula feeding mum’s feel bad. Instead as a first[…]