Don’t believe the myth that babies with Down Syndrome can’t breastfeed. That’s just not true. In my experience, however, there are some points that are…
There’s any number of reasons why babies are admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). As scary as admission might be, you might find…
When I hear “PCOS and breastfeeding” in the same sentence, I immediately feel like I have more questions than answers. There’s very little information about…
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week 2020 helps us to reflect on the impact of breastfeeding on our generation and on the next. Earlier this week, I…
Each year, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Advocacy (WABA) establishes a slogan. The slogan for World Breastfeeding Week 2020 is: Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet. Similarly, each…
As a clinical expert, I usually feel I can handle anything. Yet, when I see infants with clefts or craniofacial defects, I feel a little…
My husband loves road trips. There he is, driving along with his elbow hanging out the window and singing along with Willie Nelson (loud and…
I wish I had a nickel for every time a parent has talked about the idea of “breastfeeding beyond 6 months.” Many recite the “6…
I’m writing this post with my coffee cup in hand. I enjoy my coffee. I cringe when I hear healthcare providers tell breastfeeding mothers they…
The global marketplace is flooded with products containing cannabidiol, especially in the health and beauty areas. Since cannabis laws have become more relaxed, products from…