Are you wondering what an IBCLC can do for you? The most common question I’ve been getting lately is ‘Can you tell me if my baby has a tongue tie?’ The short answer is yes, we can. However, the official diagnosis comes from a doctor and if you see me first, that doctor will typicallyContinue reading “What can an IBCLC do for you?”
Category Archives: Breastfeeding Tips
Gassy Infants
Many infants experience uncomfortable gas and discomfort. I see this issue a lot in my practice! Here are some common reasons your infant may have uncomfortable episodes of gas. -Immature Digestive System. This is the most common culprit for infant gas and it’s totally normal! An infants GI tract is still figuring out how toContinue reading “Gassy Infants”
Medications and Breastfeeding
Did you know that many medications are safe to take while breastfeeding? If you were prescribed a medication and you’re not sure if it’s breastfeeding compatible, here’s what you can do. First, you can call the Infant Risk Center with your prescription information handy. You can reach the Infant Risk hotline by calling 806-352-2519. Alternatively,Continue reading “Medications and Breastfeeding”
Sweet Sleep
A common question I get in my practice is ‘when will my breastfeeding baby start sleeping through the night?’ I really wish I could predict the future and start answering this question when it’s asked. But the truth is, I don’t know! In fact, no one knows when your baby will start to sleep throughContinue reading “Sweet Sleep”
My Top 10 Favorite products for Breastfeeding Mamas
-My Breastfriend breastfeeding pillow-It’s the best nursing pillow! Firm enough so baby doesn’t sink down into it and it has a buckle to keep baby in place. -The Haakka- A great tool to have for milk collection on the opposite breast you’re feeding on. Also a great hand pump for on the go or toContinue reading “My Top 10 Favorite products for Breastfeeding Mamas”
Planning Date Night with an Exclusively Nursing Baby
Do you need a date day or night away from baby but #1 you aren’t a fan of pumping #2 your baby refuses to take a bottle or #3 you have no milk stored for a bottle? You can still go out on that much needed date! Here’s how to do it. First, I alwaysContinue reading “Planning Date Night with an Exclusively Nursing Baby”
How do I know When to Switch Breasts?
Years ago the recommendation was to ‘watch the clock’ and switch breasts after 15 minutes of nursing. That is no longer the recommendation and here’s why. Every mom has a different milk storage capacity AND every baby empties the breast at a different rate. One baby may empty her mamas breast in 5 minutes whileContinue reading “How do I know When to Switch Breasts?”
Which Breast Pump should you Choose?
With so many breast pumps on the market, it’s difficult to choose which one to buy. Medical grade pumps, standard double electric pumps and hands-free pumps are the most commonly used. Let’s discuss the different kinds of breast pumps and which ones I recommend, based on different situations. If you have a baby who wasContinue reading “Which Breast Pump should you Choose?”
A Good Latch
A good latch is everything! Here are a few great things I notice about the way this baby is nursing. Take a look at how wide this baby’s mouth is open. Baby should open wide while latching, similar to the gape of a yawn. This will ensure the baby gets enough of the breast tissueContinue reading “A Good Latch”
Managing Nighttime Nursing
Exhausted new mamas… I see you. Your newborn baby is waking up every two hours at night to nurse. Your partner wants to help but you haven’t introduced the breast pump and bottle into your routine yet. Your baby’s only food source is you! One of the most common questions I get is ‘How onContinue reading “Managing Nighttime Nursing”
Love and Lactation NC - Christine Opre, IBCLC 