Natural Parenthood

Women have been combining work with motherhood for thousands of years. Since babies get their nutrition directly from their mothers, society expected moms and babies to be literally joined at the hip for the first year or more. It's only been in recent history that...

As I've stated many times to anyone who will listen, nipple shields can be helpful if a baby is having trouble breastfeeding. In the wrong hands, however, they can be downright dangerous. Just today I saw 2 moms who were given nipple shields in the hospital within 48...

Nipples shields are molded silicone “nipples” that fit over a natural nipple. They look a bit like a sombrero, and the rim or base of the shield extends out about an inch to adhere to the breast. There are usually 4 holes in the nipple that mom's milk can flow...

Sometimes, despite doing all the “right” things, you may find yourself producing less milk than your baby needs. Here are some things you can try: Go to bed with your baby for a whole day and breastfeed and sleep. Arrange for help so that you are not getting up for...