Learn about breastmilk, its benefits, and common challenges. Expert advice and lactation consultant support for mothers and babies.
In recent years, you may have heard more often that when a breastfed baby is given a pacifier or a bottle, they can develop what experts call nipple confusion. This means that the baby partially or completely rejects the mother’s breast and refuses to nurse. Symptoms of Nipple Confusion The signs of nipple confusion can […]
What does it mean to breastfeed on demand, and why is it good for both mother and baby? Breastfeeding on demand simply means that the baby is allowed to nurse whenever they want, regardless of whether five minutes or two hours have passed since the last feeding. Not only the number of feeds but also
Many parents ask this question. In the first months – up to around 3–4 months – many babies sleep surprisingly well. Some nurse around 9 p.m. and then sleep until about 5 a.m. Parents feel lucky and assume it is natural that as the baby grows, they will sleep longer stretches at night. That’s why
