How to supplement my baby at the breast

A supplemental nursing system (SNS), is a device that allows you to feed your baby breast milk or infant formula while you are breastfeeding. Here are the steps for using an SNS: Assemble the device: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to assemble the SNS....

What to do if my baby is experiencing a nursing strike

If your baby is refusing to latch all of a sudden and you are experiencing a nursing strike, it can be a frustrating and challenging time for both you and your baby. Here are a few things you can try to help get your baby back to nursing: Offer lots of skin-to-skin...

What to do if I have sore nipples while breastfeeding

If you have sore nipples while breastfeeding/chestfeeding, here are a few things you can try to help alleviate the pain: Check your baby’s latch. Making sure your baby is properly latched onto your breast/chest can help prevent sore nipples. A proper latch...

How to improve low milk supply

There are several things you can try to increase your milk supply while breastfeeding/chestfeeding:Nurse frequently. Nursing frequently can help stimulate your body to produce more milk. Try nursing on demand, at least every 2-3 hours during the day and every 3-4...
Pumping 101

Pumping 101

Pumping is a big dealIf pumping was as easy as pouring a glass of water from your kitchen tap, formula companies’ market share would shrink big time! However, if you or someone you know ever tried pumping, it appears not that easy task at all. We’ll try to...