Benefits of Breastfeeding

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...

If I give my baby formula my milk supply will decrease. If your baby needs more milk than you can provide, you will have to supplement with donor milk or formula. The product itself does not cause a drop in milk production! Milk supply is determined primarily by milk...

You may be wondering if you really need a lactation consultant? You may also be wondering what training is required to become a lactation consultant. Here is a nine-minute video that explains it all!

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 asking...