Ready to wean? This compassionate guide from a pediatric nurse walks you through how to dry up your breast milk supply quickly and safely, minimizing discomfort and helping you avoid painful complications like clogged ducts and mastitis.
Ready to pack your hospital bag? Don’t just pack the essentials—pack the little luxuries that will make you feel human, comfortable, and cared for during one of life’s biggest moments. This checklist is for moms who know that self-care isn’t selfish, it’s essential for a better postpartum recovery.
Feeling panicked because your 3-month-old is suddenly refusing to breastfeed? You’re not alone. This guide, written by a pediatric nurse, walks you through exactly what a nursing strike is, why it happens, and provides gentle, effective strategies to survive this phase and get back to happy nursing sessions.
As a veteran labor nurse, I’m sharing the ultimate list of 20 energy-boosting snacks to pack in your hospital bag. Fuel your body for the marathon of childbirth and have the best options on hand for you and your partner!
Wondering when your period will return while breastfeeding and if you can get pregnant? We’re diving into the science of lactational amenorrhea, the signs of returning fertility, and your family planning options. Let’s uncover the real timeline, together.
Feeling tired? Of course you are, you’re a new mom! Discover the ultimate super-simple, one-bowl, no-bake energy ball recipe designed to give you a quick, healthy boost during those long days and even longer nights.
Feeling a sudden, baffling wave of sadness or anxiety just before your milk lets down? You’re not alone, and it’s not your fault. This is a real physiological response called D-MER. Let’s explore what it is, why it happens, and how you can manage these confusing emotions with compassion and confidence.
Feeling exhausted while juggling your new baby? You’re not alone. Discover 15 delicious, easy, one-handed snacks designed by a pediatric nurse to boost your energy, support your milk supply, and make those long days (and nights) a whole lot easier.
Feeling worried about breastfeeding with flat or inverted nipples? You’re not alone! As a pediatric nurse, I’m sharing 5 game-changing secrets to help you and your baby achieve a comfortable, successful latch. Success is possible, and I’m here to show you how.