The art of the tattoo is at least 6,000 years old and tattooing is the sixth fastest-growing American industry. Of those who have tattoos, 70% have more than one tattoo and 20% have more than five. 36% of Americans between the age of 18 and 29 have at least one tattoo. 72% of adults with…
I have noticed over the last several years that breastfeeding problems seem to come in waves. I might have one month when most of the issues are sore nipples and latch problems. Other months I might see more babies with slow weight gain. More recently, I have had several mothers complain about teething and biting…
A baby carrier is basically an umbrella term for the many carriers out there. Some carriers are structured, some are slings, some are wraps. There are fantastic benefits to go along with having and using a baby carrier. Which carrier is the best baby carrier for breastfeeding? Benefits Of Baby Wearing Baby carriers keep you virtually…
One of the most common questions I receive is whether or not breastfed babies can overeat. Can they? How can you prevent a breastfed baby from overeating? The answer isn’t a straight YES or NO. It’s a little more grey than black or white. A baby overeating is as problematic as you or I overeating,…
You probably never imagined that you would be looking for a lactation consultant. Until the day comes when you are either expecting a baby, or you had a baby and you are looking for guidance with feeding. So, where do you start? Where’s the best place to find a lactation consultant? You can ask your…
I have often heard new moms and dads voice concern over the differences of feeding by bottle, whether it be expressed breast milk or formula, or feeding exclusively from the breast. Sometimes they ask because they are concerned about bottle feeding being easier, and are fearful that introducing bottles too soon will be problematic. Sometimes…
I spent most of last week at the Healthy Children International Conference. This was my second year at this conference. Last year I had the pleasure of presenting a breakout workshop and this year a poster presentation. I love conferences. I love learning new things about maternal child health. I love enhancing my knowledge so…
I was a mom with 3 young children and a piecemeal education when I began working with breastfeeding mothers. My first son was born on the heels of my Army experience (born in an Army hospital, actually), so this should put into perspective what a different direction I had been in when I started my…
I’ve written a couple blogs discussing the way breastfeeding is regarded in this society. It’s discouraging that we still struggle to normalize breastfeeding. In a world where women have been sexualized and symbolized, breasts and bodies used to sell everything from underwear to food to cars, many still look at the beauty of a mother…
One of the wonderful things about the work that I do is the constant reminder that women are amazing beings. We marvel at the gift of pregnancy and childbirth, looking on in wonder time and time again when a new life is brought into the world. If it ended here, that would be more than…