Breastfeeding

Let's assume for a moment that breastfeeding is not important. That the oral development that breastfeeding provides is inconsequential. We'll ignore all of that so that I can give you a few other reasons to agree to have your tongue-tied baby's frenulum clipped. Just...

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 an...

Engorged breasts are uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Fortunately, true engorgement can be prevented with frequent breastfeeding in the first few days/weeks after the birth of your baby. Some breast tenderness is to be expected in the first week postpartum as your...

You probably already know that certain foods and herbs can increase milk supply. Oatmeal, fenugreek* and blessed thistle* and many others all have a reputation for helping mothers overflow with milk. But did you know that some foods can actually decrease milk...