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Bottles are usually the method of choice when the mother is separated from her baby during feedings. There are instances when the mother may be temporarily away and unable to breastfeed—such as when she returns to work or school, in the case of an emergency, or simply...

Bottle-Feeding the “Breastfed Way”

Breastfeeding is known for its numerous benefits for both mother and baby. These advantages extend far beyond an infant’s nutritional needs. However, there may come a time when a breastfeeding mother needs or chooses to introduce bottle-feeding into her routine....

Rooting Reflux and The Breast Crawl

Did you know newborn babies can crawl immediately after birth?  It’s called the Bauer crawling reflex, and it is developed in the womb around 28 weeks, then disappears around 6 weeks.The rooting reflex and breast crawl are instinctual behaviors in newborns that...

Breastfeeding Commitment And The Power Of Words

Breastfeeding Commitment And The Power Of Words

A parent who says, "I will try to breastfeed" or "I plan on breastfeeding" is not the same as one who declares, "I will breastfeed." These simple differences in wording, spoken at the very beginning, can often determine whether or not a breastfeeding journey will be...