Tag: breastfeeding & weaning

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  Nutrition and Weaning

  Weaning can bring a number of questions to mind, especially if you’re a first-time parent. Pediatric nutritionist, Dr. Tanisa Kwanbunbumpen, shares some helpful information on introducing the right types of foods and how to identify any nutritional deficiencies.
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  Choosing The Right Breast Pump For You

  The preparation for a journey is almost as important as the journey itself. As a postpartum doula, Sheena Flannery relieves some pressure and shows the way to success in pumping by exploring the world of breast pumps.By Sheena FlanneryChoosing a breast pump can be a daunting task. Pumps vary widely in price and function and […]
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  Bottles, Bottles, Bottles: A handy guide for bottle-fed babies

  In this two-part series, Lactation Counsellor and BAMBI Bumps team member Lia Segall Pasternak explains all things about bottles. In Part 1, Lia discussed introducing a bottle to an exclusively breastfed baby. Here, Lia will give you information for exclusively bottle-fed babies and explain the safe preparation of formula.   By Lia Segall PasternakIf you have […]
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  Pain-Free Breasts: Troubleshooting for Mastitis and More

  As first-time mothers, most women aren’t prepared to deal with particular situations that may arise when breastfeeding. Our lactation counselor offers some quick troubleshooting that could help you if you encounter a sudden lump on your breastfeeding journey.By Lia Segall PasternakWhen my first son was born, I didn’t know anything about breastfeeding, except that it seemed […]
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  Mental Wellness and Feeding

  There are many difficulties and competing things to balance in motherhood. One mom shares her challenges and insights from her breastfeeding journey. By Jana Carlson   As I write this, World Breastfeeding Week is drawing to a close, and I am currently sitting in an empty classroom at work, pumping breastmilk for my 7- month […]
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  Work, Pump, Sleep, Repeat: Tips for Continuing Breastfeeding after Returning to Work

  Going back to work at the end of maternity leave need not mean you stop breastfeeding your baby. A little planning and organization can help you and baby ease through the transition. By Emma McNerlin  Returning to work after having a baby can be a daunting prospect, even for the most career-minded among us. Motherhood gives […]