Motherhood

You have attended breastfeeding classes, interviewed pediatricians and read a few books about breastfeeding.  Now the baby is here! What can you do to support your partner? Continue to let her know that she is doing a great job. Make sure she gets enough rest!   A...

Are you a dad-to-be who's partner is planning to breastfeed? Do you think that breastfeeding is something a woman does alone? Think again. One of the most important factors in determining whether a woman breastfeeds is the support of her partner. Here are some things...

A mother who is struggling with milk supply will go to great lengths to increase production. She will hang on to every word of every well-meaning friend, neighbor or health care provider. Unfortunately, much of what she hears may be untrue or even harmful. Maybe you...

“When are you due?” Nothing sends shivers down the back of an expectant mom more than this question. This is especially true for first time moms who are bombarded with this question. Due dates are an estimate, and yet moms-to-be are given a specific date and it sticks...