Hey Pumping, Working Mom, You Get a Gold Star
It’s baby round 2, pumping round 2. With my first, I was an exclusive pumper (EP). This next round, I was able to nurse. Now that I’m back at work, however, I’m basically back to EP with an occasional...
View ArticleAttachment Parenting: The Benefit of Touch
If you didn’t know already, I’m a big advocate of hugging (see my blog post on why hugging is so good for you). So it shouldn’t come as a big surprise that I’m a fan of attachment parenting, especially...
View ArticleMoms Guide to Baby-Led Weaning
What is Baby-Led Weaning? First, it’s not “weaning” per se; the focus is not on giving up breastmilk or formula. The focus is, instead, on adding (age-appropriate) solid foods (rather than purees) to...
View ArticleMy Top 5 Nursing Bras
I’ve been wearing a bra since I was 13 years old. I’m not bragging, being one of those well-endowed females has its ups and downs. At the time, I truly hated having to wear a bra every day. Mainly...
View ArticleMy toddler’s 20 months old. Yes, I’m still breastfeeding.
It’s been a while since I wrote… anything. Between the quarantine, feeling like I had nothing to write about, not having time to write because I have a toddler at home and am working from home… and…...
View ArticleWhy it’s Important to Celebrate Black Breastfeeding Week
This year marks the 9th annual celebration of Black Breastfeeding Week, with the theme being, The Big Pause: Collective Rest and Power. As a Black mom who struggled to breastfeed all three of her...
View ArticleMost Commonly Searched Questions about 3rd Trimester | UT Health Austin
During the third trimester (weeks 28-40 of pregnancy), you’ll experience increased fetal movements and begin finalizing plans for your big day. In this exciting time, it’s natural to find yourself...
View ArticleMost Common Questions About the Fourth Trimester | UT Health Austin
UT Health Austin ob-gyn answers the most commonly searched questions about the fourth trimester of pregnancy During the “fourth” trimester, or postpartum period, you’ll likely have many questions about...
View ArticleThe Final Feed (and all the feels)
A moment I didn’t expect to come when it did–the final feed. But let’s start at the beginning of our breastfeeding journey. Naively thinking breastfeeding would come naturally and easy, I struggled...
View ArticleA Guide to Breastfeeding | UT Health Austin
UT Health Austin obstetrician-gynecologist, Denise Johnson, MD, provides breastfeeding guidance to new and expectant parents. The month of August is known for National Breastfeeding Month, celebrating...
View ArticleBreastfeeding Resources in Austin
World Breastfeeding Week is an annual celebration which is held every year from August 1 to 7 in more than 120 countries. We know that nursing mamas need support year-round. […]
View ArticleMy Breastfeeding Journey | Treehouse Pediatrics
We’ve all heard, “Breast is Best!” Every mother inherently wants what is best for their child… BUT… WHOA! It can be more of a struggle than one might imagine! Here […]
View ArticleHow Dads Can Support the Breastfeeding Mother
Often times pregnancy is a time filled with excitement, nerves, first time jitters, exhaustion and love. It’s also a time in which we typically decide what our parenting journey will […]
View ArticleWorld Breastfeeding Month: Closing the Gap
Every August, women come together to observe World Breastfeeding Month—a global campaign dedicated to promoting and supporting breastfeeding mothers and their babies. However this initiative is more...
View ArticleGuide to Lactation Consultants in Austin
Lactation Consultants in Austin are not a one size fits all situation. Not only are there variations in credentialing but also in experience, expertise and personalities. Just like choosing your […]
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