When you eat a clean diet of whole, gluten-free foods, there are still times you are going to feel like indulging. And...
Motherhood
The Health Benefits of Chocolate
No one has to convince me to indulge in dark chocolate, but knowing its high antioxidant content makes the process...
Gratitude During the Holiday Season
The holiday season reminds us to be grateful for the many blessings in our lives. But what many of us may not realize...
Using Stored Breast Milk
The milk that we buy at the grocery store has been pasteurized and homogenized. The pasteurization process kills all...
Appreciating the Resilience of Moms
In this Mother’s Day season I want to congratulate all the mothers in the world. In the past few months I have...
The Health Risks of Sharing Breast Pumps
Smart moms look for bargains. Hand-me-downs are often as good as new and can save you a lot of money. When it comes to...
Babies and Crying
You may wonder why a lactation consultant--someone who considers herself somewhat of an expert in the art and science...
Expect the Unexpected in Birth
Expect the unexpected is very apropos when it comes to births. There are so many different and unexpected things that...
Pumping in the Workplace: Is Breastfeeding Good for Business?
Are you wondering if health care legislation that includes provisions for breastfeeding is a good idea? How do you...
Newborns and Pacifiers: Are They A Good Idea?
Nearly every new mother I see asks the question, “Is it ok for my baby to use a pacifier?” Here is the simple answer:...
Breastfeeding Help a Phone Call Away
This young mother called me at the urging of a friend who already knew and trusted me. Breastfeeding was very...
Breast Milk Storage
You may find a wide spectrum of guidelines written about the safety of breast milk at various temperatures. It can be...
Introducing a Pacifier to Your New Baby
One of the first things they told us before we left the hospital with our newborn was to wait to introduce the...
A Nanny and a Postpartum Doula- What’s the Difference?
The doula looks at the family as a whole entity. Her perspective is, “What is going to help this new family with their...
Introducing a Bottle
A mother asks, “I am returning back to work soon and my 3 month old baby girl will not take a bottle. What can I do?"...