by Renee Beebe | Benefits of Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding, Motherhood, Natural Parenthood
The term “tongue tied” refers to a tongue that is quite literally “tied” by a frenulum. The frenulum is a (usually) thin, fibrous band that connects the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. The mere existence of a lingual (tongue) frenulum is not...
by Renee Beebe | Benefits of Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding, Motherhood, Natural Parenthood, Pregnancy
These are things that I see or read every day: From my clients, from professionals and websites focusing on newborn issues. Each one of these statements could be an entire post. As time goes on, I hope to link each myth with a thorough explanation as to why it’s...
by Renee Beebe | Benefits of Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding, Motherhood, Natural Parenthood
This young mother called me at the urging of a friend who already knew and trusted me. Breastfeeding was very important to Marissa, but she didn’t know how she could go on with so much pain. Normally, I would have seen this mom and baby in person. She lives in...
by Renee Beebe | Benefits of Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding, Natural Parenthood
If you’re having trouble breastfeeding, or if you just want to avoid trouble down the road, hiring a lactation consultant can be very helpful. But how do you know if a particular lactation consultant has the experience and skills to help you? You can start by...
by Renee Beebe | Benefits of Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding, Motherhood, Natural Parenthood, Pregnancy
The best preparation for breastfeeding is simply making a firm decision. Research shows that women who commit to breastfeeding while pregnant are more likely to breastfeed than those who say they will “give it a try.” You don’t need to do anything special...