I’ve had candidates tell me, “Wait, Marie! That’s not how we do it in my hospital!” Nope, probably not. Nor in any hospital I’ve ever…
This time of year is always a little hectic, and this year is no different. There are many techniques to help relieve stress and tension.…
By now, we’re probably all pretty tired of repeated warnings about COVID-19 precautions. Wear your mask, stay at least six feet apart, and OH! Wash…
Times feel uncertain. The presidential election is unresolved. COVID-19 looms large, and a vaccine can’t come soon enough. Maybe you’re wondering … with all of…
World AIDS Day reminds us that mothers and babies are living with, or at-risk of, HIV/AIDS. This disease affects approximately 38 million people worldwide. It…
Recently, a friend who is a retired OR nurse called me. She relayed three or four questions from her daughter who had just given birth…
Embarking on your journey to becoming a lactation consultant can be overwhelming. The process is costly and time-consuming. One way to alleviate some of the…
Maybe you’re adopting a baby and you want to breastfeed. You’ve heard about relactation, but you’re skeptical. Here are a few questions you’ll want to…
Is donor milk an option for adopted infants? And if so, what are some of the questions to ask about the efficacy, safety, and practicality…
At holiday time, we often travel to see family members. It’s what we do. But lactating mothers may want to plan ahead when traveling with…