Lavendoula postpartum support

03/08/2023

https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Mission/Health

International Women's Day Women & Health Mission aims to assist women to be in a position of power to make informed decisions about their health

03/03/2023

Good infographic!

“Do you know a common reason parents quit breastfeeding? It's not what you think.

It's perceived low milk supply. Perceived. Not actual. And who can blame them? Stores sell 9oz bottles. Social media bombards us with ads for fancy drinks and cookies with pictures of happy moms and overflowing bottles of milk.

But we're here to tell you the real story. Your body is only supposed to produce an ounce of milk an hour. And that's both sides combined. After 4 weeks, your baby will take 20-30oz of milk for their first year. You never have to increase your supply again. The content of the milk changes over time, but the volume doesn't.

Milk has a circadian rhythm, meaning different amounts get made at different times of day. It's normal to pump much more in the morning than in the afternoon. That doesn't mean there's something wrong.

When you leave a bottle for your baby, leave 1-1.25oz/hr you'll be gone. Small, frequent bottles help keep your baby's expectations realistic. If they're getting two 5oz bottles in 8hrs, they're still getting 1.25oz/hr, but do you only nurse your baby twice in 8hrs? They'll start to expect large volumes from you, which can make them impatient or fussy. Some babies refuse to nurse and will only take bottles. Keeping the bottles realistic and having a clear understanding of a healthy milk supply will help you meet your feeding goals.

Save this so you can remember how much to leave in bottles, and to remind yourself you're doing a great job making milk!”

03/03/2023

https://pathways.org/watch/parents-guide-to-the-side-lying-position/?fbclid=IwAR3QQsRMZkKAKDZuuIdmgSR6xpWjhnGy45gDOZUoRHfdFsfFxYTGk35osrQ

Watch for info on why putting baby in the side lying position can help their development and even help calm colicky babies!

03/02/2023

😍this

When we care for babies we are situated at the nucleus of human strength. Care is the back bone of human survival and flourishing. We who care for babies experience the original care relationship and the seed from which caring for self and others throughout the span of life grows. Dependency is our humanity and care is what makes us human. Thanks to Botticelli at The Clark Museum, Williamstown

03/02/2023