Breast and Nipple Care (Part II)
Engorgement Mother’s milk production normally will increase rapidly 3-5 days after delivery for about 3-5 weeks, or until milk supply is established. It is common to have engorgement in the first couple weeks because once your first milk colostrum changes to mature milk, your body has to adjust with baby’s needs. The principle is: the more you feed your baby [...]
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Breast and Nipple Care (Part I)
Majority of the new mothers have faced many challenges during breastfeeding in the first few weeks. Some of them may experience sore, cracked, bleeding or painful nipples; the others may have engorgement, plugged ducts or mastitis. It is quite normal for new mothers give up breastfeeding because these problems may cause them stress, pain, discomfort and mood swing. Nevertheless, breastfeeding [...]
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The Importance of Dad’s Role in Breastfeeding
Dad’s attitude and support play vital role in successful breastfeeding. Especially for a new mother, dad’s enthusiasm and understanding are extremely important. Dad’s role may influence and determine whether a mother wishes to breastfeed and succeed in nursing or gives up before she truly knows the right way to breastfeed and how enjoyable it is. Majority of new mothers may experience [...]
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Should I Breastfeed My Baby?
The biggest thing mother has to decide is whether to breastfeed her baby. Here are some questions that may help you to make your decision: What is my lifestyle? For example, do you always drink alcohol with each meal? Do you go to sleep late and get up late as well? Do you smoking? Do you love to eat spicy [...]
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