It’s important to recognize that breastfeeding can be stressful for some babies, especially for those who have had a negative emotional...

What a new mother needs is a mother- someone who will oversee and ensure that she is getting the care and attention she deserves and...

America has a widespread misunderstanding on just how delicate the postpartum period, or often referred to as the fourth trimester, is...

As a Lactation Consultant in the Central Jersey area I have had the pleasure of working with many lovely families from India. When I walk...

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Frenectomy Recovery Step foot into any major NICU, and you're likely to find babies being treated for...

I recently gave a private prenatal breastfeeding class to a lovely first-time “mom- to-be”. She was committed to learning everything...

I just gave birth and I am so tired! What’s the big deal about just one bottle? After labor and birth, new parents are understandably...

When we become mothers, we are immediately bestowed with two emotions in the extreme: unconditional love for our newborns and guilt. ...

have been very fortunate to work with many wonderful, supportive fathers over the last few years in my lactation practice. I recall one...

Before reading any further first give yourselves a big pat on the back! You did it! You made it this far! Despite a challenging start for...

Giving birth to a baby, doesn't always mean that you will have enough milk supply to meet the needs of your little one. We often work...

As human beings we tend to be very definite about the way we feel about things. Especially when we are working toward an important goal...

So, you have met your breastfeeding goals, or maybe you are going back to work and can’t or don’t want to pump, or maybe you are just...

A trip to the pediatrician for a well-baby visit is one that I always enjoy. I do hold my breath in the early days when frequent weight...

She came in screaming and handcuffed. "A real gypsy" they whispered, and rolled their eyes as they set about maneuvering her onto a...