By definition, engorgement is about congestion and distension. There’s vascular and lymphatic congestion, and milk. Remember, this is all about the fluid getting stuck, like…
In a previous post, I explained how physiologic engorgement normally occurs in all mothers who have given birth. Here, we’ll explore pathologic engorgement. Definition and…
Think you know all about engorgement? Hmm, maybe not. Let’s start with this: Let’s tackle those questions, and more. Parents or professionals who talk about…
Now that we’ve acknowledged the amazingly complex milk ejection reflex, which you’ve probably heard called milk let-down, let’s explore how certain stimuli may impact let-down,…
Have you ever thought about what I like to call the “magic triangle”? That’s milk production, milk ejection, and milk transfer. Each of those is…
I like to eat and drink. I’m guessing that you like to eat and drink, too. If you’re breastfeeding, you’ve probably heard about foods and…
As the holidays approach, you might be looking forward to getting family photos or dressing up for holiday parties and family gatherings. But before you…
I often find it hard to get my head around autoimmune diseases. Then, I need to help a mother, a professional, or an IBCLC® exam…
I admit it. The first time I ever heard about emergency preparedness for breastfeeding families it seemed odd to me. My immediate smart-alecky remark was:…
Maybe you’ve explored every pharmacologic, plant or herbal explanation for your low milk supply. But there are some social aspects of milk suppression, too. Inadequate…