Lactation Educators/Consultants
Common New Mom Myths
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 12, 2010In my line of work I find myself hearing the same thing over and over from new parents: “We don’t want to spoil her” “We want him to get used to the crib right away.” These common myths are just that....myths! I feel strongly about educating and encouraging parents with the truth. I want to debunk these myths and give parents a positive message that empowers them in caring for their babies.
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Breastfeeding for Pleasure The Added Bonus of Oxytocin
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 06, 2010Debbie Page, RN, IBCLC, CEIM
Have you been thinking about how to feed your soon to be delivered baby? Will it be breastfeeding, breastmilk or formula or a combination? We’ve all heard that breastfeeding is best for the baby and that the benefits of breastmilk are tremendous. But are there other reasons to breastfeed your baby? Yes–for pleasure.
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How to Avoid the Top 10 Nursing Pitfalls
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 06, 2010As a pregnant or new mother, you might be concerned about making enough milk for your babe. The following 10 nursing pitfalls are among the most common reasons for milk supply difficulties. Knowing what they are and how to avoid them will help you lay a strong foundation for a successful breastfeeding experience.
Pitfall #1: Latch Problems
Breastfeeding Advice: 5 Tips for getting off to a great start
Submitted by debbie_page on Aug 06, 2010By Debbie Page
1. Connect with breastfeeding mothers while you are pregnant. You can join online groups, but nothing replaces sitting with mothers while they feed their babies. Look for breastfeeding groups in your community. Breastfeeding mothers are a special breed–they love supporting one another.
Breastfeeding problems? Natural, safe medicines for common complaints
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 06, 2010How to keep yourself and baby well using homeopathic medicines
Everything you need to know about helping your body recover from mastitis, blocked milk ducts, cracked nipples, breast abcesses, variable milk production and more.
How Homeopathy can help you keep doing what's best for you and your baby
Did you know that there is a simple, safe and effective way to help your body recover quickly and easily from a range of potentially nasty and disruptive complaints that can occur during breastfeeding?
About Lactation Consultants
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Jul 30, 2010What is a Lactation Consultant/Educator?
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Others’ Milk; Finding Alternative Sources of Breast Milk
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Jun 26, 2010
Mothers are increasingly turning to alternative sources to find breast milk.
After San Diego mother Sarah McNeill researched the health properties of breast milk, she wanted those benefits for her baby. “Just because he was adopted, my little one should not have to miss out on the antibodies and the health that breast milk provides,” she said. But McNeill wasn’t producing her own milk, so two months before her adopted baby was born she began searching for an alternate supply.
The New Born Baby
Debbie loves mothers and babies. She has always had a fascination with pregnancy and breastfeeding and babies. Her career spans over 30 years during which time she has worked as an RN in Labor and Delivery and Post Partum, and for a home health agency. She spent three years working with couples undergoing fertility treatments.
Adoptive and Intended Nursing - IT IS POSSIBLE!
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Apr 09, 2010
by Laurie Haessly, MA, RD, IBCLC
www.VirtualBreastfeedingHelp.com
Contrary to popular belief it is NOT necessary for a woman to have been pregnant to breastfeed.
During pregnancy a woman's body produces increasing amounts of progesterone, estrogen (via the placenta), and prolactin (via the pituitary). These hormones prepare the woman's breasts for breastfeeding. Once her baby is delivered, progesterone and estrogen levels drop and prolactin levels increase and this results in the woman's milk production or lactation.
Quinoa Soup a Secret from the Andes for Breastfeeding Moms
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Jan 27, 2010I'd like to share with you an easy to make, protein rich Quinoa Soup recipe.
As soon as my son Juan Martin was born, my mom took care of my diet and Quinoa soup was very important to help me have a good supply of milk.
Quinoa is a grain that contains 16 to 20 percent protein, it's rich in minerals and is a powerful stimulant of the flow of milk.
This recipe is easy to do and you and your kids will love it, very appropriate for this time of the year as well.
Cristina’s Mom yummy Quinoa Soup
Soak Quinoa for around 8 hours or rinse it several times to remove bitter flavor
Ingredients

