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  • Sore Nipples? Ouch! Here Are 5 Ways To Soothe And Protect Them

    Sore Nipples? Ouch! Here Are 5 Ways To Soothe And Protect Them

    Did you know breastfeeding is not supposed to hurt? Some tenderness and sore nipples, in the beginning, is normal – if you ran five miles your legs might be sore until you got used to it… BUT if the skin is broken, you really need to get help. Here’s how: 1. Get your latch assessed Ask […]

    10 years ago

  • 5 ways your baby already totally knows how to breastfeed

    5 ways your baby already totally knows how to breastfeed

    The idea of breastfeeding can be daunting for a first time mum, but it’s worth remembering that the impulse to feed is a natural one for babies.  According to Nicola O’Byrne, President of the Association of Lactation Consultants, your little one will arrive equipped with all the skills they need to get going. Here are […]

    10 years ago

  • A Lactation Consultant’s Top Tips To Nailing Breastfeeding From The Start

    A Lactation Consultant’s Top Tips To Nailing Breastfeeding From The Start

    It’s National Breastfeeding Week, ladies, so we’ve welcomed the Association of Lactation Consultants In Ireland to guest blog for us ALL this week. Stay on the site for everything and anything you want to know about breastfeeding. We know, breastfeeding in the early days is such a special and important time for both you and your baby, but […]

    10 years ago