The Latch Patch

27/07/2014

Moms, tag your partner to let them know you appreciate their support on this journey! You are in this together

09/07/2014

For more, check out this article from Breastfeeding Today: http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/33d8f1e8 #/33d8f1e8/24

See also The Journal of the American Dental Association (February 1, 2013), Breastfeeding: An overview of oral and general health benefits (http://jada.ada.org/content/144/2/143.full) "We urge all dental professionals to reflect on the current evidence regarding breastfeeding as discussed in this article, and we call upon all dental team members to be advocates, promoters and supporters of breastfeeding. We also encourage dental professionals to inform care-givers of the importance of cleansing infants' teeth as soon as they erupt by using a washcloth or soft toothbrush to reduce bacterial colonization and to help reduce children's risk of developing early childhood caries."

08/07/2014

Sounds familiar?

07/07/2014

06/07/2014

Babies should be fed when they indicate hunger. Crying is a late indicator of hunger - breastfeeding is much easier for both mom and baby if mom is able to pick up on baby's earlier hunger cues. C...

03/07/2014

If you breastfeed for a day, or if you breastfeed for years, please know that every drop of milk is worth the effort! Tag someone in the comments who could use some encouragement from this

03/07/2014

03/07/2014

Breastfed babies do not need water - keep in mind that breastmilk is 88% water. Even in the first few days after birth, before mom's milk has "come in", colostrum is all that is needed to keep baby...

02/07/2014

Important things to know before buying a used or new breastpump.

01/07/2014

Since we can't see the ounces that are transferred to baby during a feeding, moms might question if baby truly is getting enough. A good way to know if a breastfed baby is eating enough is by checking his or her diaper!

26/06/2014

Sometimes your baby isn't crying because they are hungry......they just want YOU. Note the sizes of these newborn bellies.......there is NO need to be able to pump 4oz so soon. Just enjoy being close and take peace in your freshly manufactured milkies nurishing your babe!!! Remember in order to MAKE milk, BABY has to TAKE milk.

23/06/2014

The Latch Patch will be hosting a baby get-together at the Latch Patch on Sunday July 6, 2014; 1 pm to 4 pm. Hoping to see all our LP families!