The Milk Bank Tour by Ame Odom, LVC, IBCLC
I would like to open by first saying that I feel like the ability to provide extra breast milk and the choice to donate your milk at any capacity is an incredible feat and a selfless gift that is a very personal choice. I was not ever able to produce extra milk to donate with either of my breastfeeding journeys, so I can totally relate to most of us moms who are just able to provide enough for their baby’s needs, or even need to supplement due to a low supply or other complication.
Back to Work Checklist by Ame Odom, Lactation Consultant, LVN, IBCLC
So, you’ve been at home with your new little one for a few weeks now and are adjusting to your new normal. Amidst all the emotions, there is a tiny little thought in the back of your head: going back to work… As a working, breast feeding mom myself, I can relate to and understand the struggle of emotions that you may be feeling. Step 1: don’t hide from this unknown. Let’s face it together!
“Fed is Best” by Ame Odom, Lactation Consultant, LVN, IBCLC
We have all heard it, “breast is best,” and from what we know about the benefits of choosing to breastfeed that argument is true! However, I feel there is a more important mantra. Fed is best! Sometimes for a few different reasons breastfeeding may not work out the way we expected. Fortunately for us, there are a couple different options that are available to help us feed and grow our precious infants!
Happy World Breastfeeding Week!
We celebrate moms this week—breastfeeding moms, pumping moms, supplementing moms and formula feeding moms. This week is a great opportunity to talk about breastfeeding. But first, this week is also a great opportunity to talk about what happens when breastfeeding doesn’t go well. We see moms in our practice every day who struggle with breastfeeding for a variety of reasons—poor latch, insufficient supply, etc. Through all of the struggles, our primary priority is the health of you moms and your babies.
Breastfeeding Bootcamp – A First Time Mom & Pediatrician’s Experience by Dr. Hillary S. Lewis
Wow! What an introduction to motherhood! I felt like I had survived boot camp by the time my daughter was 6 weeks old. Breastfeeding may be the single best gift you can give your child, but it is also one of your first big challenges. If you take anything from this post, I urge you not to get discouraged. If you are still reading this, you obviously have dedicated yourself to learning about breastfeeding. For that, you should be congratulated!
