Breastfeeding Advice

Breastfeeding is the most natural thing in the world – it was what our breasts were designed to do and breastmilk provides the ultimate nutrition for our little ones. And yet less than a third of South African mothers breastfeed their babies in the first 6 months. That’s a very sad statistic but when you are the mom who is battling to breastfeed, it’s the last thing you need to hear – it just adds to the guilt. You see, when someone tells you that breastmilk is best for your baby and you cannot or do not breastfeed, you feel awful – every mom wants to do the best for their baby. By far the majority of moms who do not breastfeed, had fully intended to do so but found that it was really hard and...

Any mum who has expressed her breast milk knows it is the equivalent of liquid gold. Even the tiniest drop spilled is heartbreaking. By knowing how to store it safely, you can reduce the risk of any of this precious liquid going to waste.

Breastfeeding is the most natural way to feed your baby. It provides all the nutrition your baby needs, satisfies their hunger and thirst, and helps to create a loving bond between you and your baby.  Just because breastfeeding is natural doesn’t mean it’s easy to do. Breastfeeding is a different journey for each mother. The first few weeks can be challenging, but with practice and the right advice you can be successful. We have put together some brief information to help get you get started! ✔️PREPARE IN ADVANCE Begin by preparing your mind for breastfeeding. Be positive and tell yourself you want to do it and you can do it! Get in touch with a Lactation Consultant for guidance. Get support...