Breastfeeding – Baby Care Journals https://babycarejournals.com Nurture. Love. Protect. Tue, 24 Nov 2015 21:58:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Nursing Moms, the Let-Down Reflex and Milk Supply https://babycarejournals.com/let-reflex-milk-supply/ Thu, 11 Dec 2014 23:11:02 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1723 New moms may have the best intentions in wanting to breastfeed their newborns; but sometimes, nursing the baby doesn’t happen so effortlessly. This can lead both mom and infant to feel discouraged and want to give up trying. But don’t give up! Your breast milk carries in it a large assortment of vital, life-sustaining nutrients, […]

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]]> Breast Milk Protects Newborns Against Deadly Intestinal Tract Disease https://babycarejournals.com/breast-milk-protects-newborns-deadly-intestinal-tract-disease/ Thu, 09 Oct 2014 15:40:36 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1663 As recently as the 1950’s, American moms were being told that formula was better for their babies than breast milk. A lot of moms bought into that fallacy, and more and more babies started being fed formula, instead of breast milk, even in the decades that followed. Food allergies subsequently exploded in numbers, and other […]

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]]> Is It Safe to Eat Canned Tuna During Pregnancy? https://babycarejournals.com/safe-eat-canned-tuna-pregnancy/ Fri, 05 Sep 2014 16:42:49 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1642 You may have heard about the recent recommendation from Consumer Reports that all pregnant and nursing women avoid all types of tuna, due to concerns about mercury exposure for the unborn baby or newborn. This has a lot of women, and even some doctors, confused about whether to nix all tuna for pregnant or nursing […]

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]]> Breast Milk’s Composition Changes Throughout the Day: https://babycarejournals.com/breast-milks-composition-changes-throughout-day/ Thu, 27 Feb 2014 23:20:03 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1506 Day Milk vs. Night Milk The composition of human milk has been understood in great detail only in the last few decades. And even today, scientists continue to discover new components in breast milk. It has many: a handful of proteins, a handful of fats, and hundreds of carbohydrates or sugars — most of which […]

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]]> Can Breastfeeding Reduce the Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Moms? https://babycarejournals.com/can-breastfeeding-reduce-risk-rheumatoid-arthritis-moms/ Thu, 06 Feb 2014 23:20:43 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1490 A Chinese study has found that breastfeeding may be linked to lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis in women who nursed their infants. The study reviewed data from more than 7,300 women aged 50 and older from China, who filled out questionnaires asking about their health and lifestyles, including whether they had breastfed their children. Most […]

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]]> Is Baby Eating Enough? https://babycarejournals.com/is-baby-eating-enough/ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 18:55:16 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1452 How to Know if Your Newborn Is Eating Enough As a new mom, it’s very natural to worry about all aspects of your newborn’s health, and feedings are no exception. How can you tell if your baby is getting enough milk? There are a number of clues that can answer this question, beginning with the […]

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]]> Breastfeeding Reduces Risk of Stomach Blockage in Babies https://babycarejournals.com/breastfeeding-reduces-risk-of-stomach-blockage-in-babies/ Thu, 07 Nov 2013 20:06:59 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1397 A new study found that babies who were bottle-fed were more than twice as likely to develop hypertrophic pyloric stenosis than babies who were breastfed. This condition involves a narrowing (stenosis) of the place where the bottom part of the stomach ends and the first part of the small intestine, the duodenum, begins. It is […]

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]]> New Study Finds that Breastfeeding Longer Helps Protect Moms Against Breast Cancer https://babycarejournals.com/new-study-finds-that-breastfeeding-longer-helps-protect-moms-against-breast-cancer/ Mon, 16 Sep 2013 21:06:01 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1330 A study published online in August, 2013 in the Journal of Clinical Nursing found that breastfeeding for six months or longer could delay diagnosis of breast cancer by about 10 years. But the protective benefits were cancelled out if mom was a smoker. The study, conducted at the University of Granada in Spain, examined medical […]

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]]> What to do About an Overweight Baby https://babycarejournals.com/what-to-do-about-an-overweight-baby/ Fri, 21 Dec 2012 23:00:45 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1099 If you are worried that your overweight baby has gained weight too fast and now weighs too much, it is most likely that you are worried over nothing. Infants can indeed become overweight if they are overfed, but this happens only rarely. Even most perfectly healthy infants go through many different phases in their first […]

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]]> Deciding When to Wean Your Baby https://babycarejournals.com/weaning/ Wed, 02 May 2012 22:52:05 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=914 Once mother and baby get past the initial stages of breastfeeding, which can be tricky and uncomfortable, the act becomes so easy and natural that giving it up might seem unappealing. Breastfeeding is quick and easy, while bottles and, later, solid food come with learning curves and many unique difficulties. Yet weaning has to happen […]

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]]> Do I Have Infectious or Non-Infectious Mastitis? https://babycarejournals.com/mastitis/ Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:09:52 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=826 If your breast tissue is red, swollen and painful it could be Mastitis. It most commonly occurs in breastfeeding women and is also known as puerperal mastitis or lactation mastitis. You can have the condition and not be breastfeeding but it is rarer and mastitis typically affects just one breast. If you are suffering from […]

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]]> What to Do When Your Baby Rejects the Bottle https://babycarejournals.com/feeding-baby/ Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:37:07 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=808 After several months of breastfeeding, many babies are understandably reluctant to change. Breastfeeding is warm and comforting, it brings mother and baby close together, and it comes easily and naturally. So when it comes time to introduce the bottle and your baby does not take to it right away, do not be frustrated. The plastic […]

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]]> The Bare Necessities for Newborns & Parents https://babycarejournals.com/checklist-for-baby/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:46:58 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=793 Preparing for your newborn baby arriving can be overwhelming so here is a guide to getting the essential gear required for those first few weeks. The list can seem endless once you think about what you might need; pushchairs, cots, nappies, blankets. Here I will try and cut through the confusion and give you a […]

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]]> The Perils of Meconium https://babycarejournals.com/meconium/ Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:17:00 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=787 Meconium is your baby’s first poo! It has the consistency of treacle, it is odourless and unlike later offerings it is sterile. It is very dark and almost impossible to wipe clean. Meconium consists of water, mucus, amniotic fluid, lanugo which is downy baby hair and also intestinal epithelial cells. For most babies it is […]

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]]> Have You Heard of Nipple Confusion?! https://babycarejournals.com/how-to-breastfeeding/ Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:59:22 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=772 Nipple confusion, hmm . . . this term can be somewhat misleading. It does not mean that your baby is perplexed as to what your nipple is for. It is a term to explain when babies are hesitant to feed from the breast and seems to prefer or find it easier to bottle feed milk […]

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]]> Advice for Successful Breastfeeding https://babycarejournals.com/breast-feeding/ Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:29:15 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=734 Once you have established breastfeeding there is no other easier or better way of feeding your baby. During breastfeeding an intense bonding and closeness is felt which enhances your baby’s feelings of security. Getting started can be an anxious time for new mothers but as you see your baby thrive you will relax and enjoy […]

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]]> Breastfeeding Basics: Answers to Five Common Questions https://babycarejournals.com/breastfeeding/ Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:58:33 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=711 Most new mothers who choose to breastfeed discover almost immediately that little instruction is required. The act of nursing is instinctive for both mother and baby, and even without outside help the process usually goes relatively smoothly. But even when things go relatively smoothly, it is common for problems to arise. If you are encountering […]

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]]> Breastfeeding Nutrition https://babycarejournals.com/breastfeeding-nutrition/ Thu, 24 Nov 2011 21:53:48 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=1898 by Alicia Kenny So you’ve decided to breastfeed your baby! You’ll want to make sure that both you and your little one are getting all of the nutrients you need to stay healthy and strong. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, nursing mothers need to eat about 300 calories more each day than they […]

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]]> From Milk to Formula to Solids: Helping Baby Transition https://babycarejournals.com/baby-food/ Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:28:18 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=678 By Lisa Pecos All major American pediatric and health organizations strongly recommend breastfeeding babies for at least the first six months of life. The American Academy of Pediatrics, one of the preeminent authorities on such issues, recommends that babies be exclusively breastfed for the first six months and regularly breastfed for the first year or […]

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]]> 4 Common Nursing Problems, Plus Solutions https://babycarejournals.com/4-common-nursing-problems-plus-solutions/ Thu, 22 Sep 2011 20:55:19 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=649 By Eirian Hallinan Nursing a newborn is not as simple as it may seem. Veteran moms are usually able to make it look easy by the time they get to their third or fourth child, but for new mothers, the simple fact is that breastfeeding can be challenging in numerous ways. Remember, it is not […]

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]]> The Pros and Cons of Pacifiers https://babycarejournals.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-pacifiers/ Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:08:55 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=627 For many new parents, the pacifier is a lifesaver. Not only is it quick and simple, but it also seems to do a better job of stopping the baby’s crying than virtually anything else. After hours of rocking, cuddling, and singing with no reprieve in the baby’s crying, having that pacifier on hand can be […]

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]]> Step-By-Step Weaning for a Healthy Baby https://babycarejournals.com/step-by-step-weaning-for-a-healthy-baby/ Fri, 13 May 2011 18:13:40 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=519 The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that mothers continue to breastfeed their babies throughout the first year of life. This is a great goal, and mothers who can achieve it should be proud. However, the fact is that a variety of factors tend to get in the way. Work and other responsibilities can be disruptive […]

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]]> Some Bottle Feeding Facts https://babycarejournals.com/some-bottle-feeding-facts/ Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:51:36 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=472 At some point most mothers bottle feeding their babies will experience some kind of problem. Most are easy to resolve but any major concerns should be addressed to your doctor. A common problem is not enough air entering the bottle after the baby has sucked out some of the milk. It causes a problem because […]

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]]> Starting Solid Foods: When and How https://babycarejournals.com/starting-solid-foods/ Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:42:49 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=341 By Lisa Pecos For several months following birth, breast milk (or formula) is the only food that your child needs. It is only a matter of time, however, before your child begins to develop cravings for solid food. As muscle coordination develops and the baby’s nutritional needs begin to change, the transition from an all-liquid […]

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]]> Iron: Making Sure Your Baby Gets It https://babycarejournals.com/iron-making-sure-your-baby-gets-it/ https://babycarejournals.com/iron-making-sure-your-baby-gets-it/#comments Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:44:00 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=324 We’ve all heard that breast is best, but one of the drawbacks of exclusively breastfed babies is that they are at risk for iron deficiency. Although formula-fed babies get iron through fortified formula, breast milk does not contain adequate amounts. The LA Times reported that “Studies have shown that 4 percent of 6 month olds, […]

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]]> https://babycarejournals.com/iron-making-sure-your-baby-gets-it/feed/ 1 What to Eat When Breastfeeding https://babycarejournals.com/what-to-eat-when-breastfeeding/ Mon, 22 Nov 2010 22:02:55 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=320 By Lisa Pecos During pregnancy, new moms have to worry about everything they put into their bodies. And while there are many ideas about what is best for a developing baby when it is in the womb, there is widespread agreement about the things that definitely should be avoided and what foods are healthy for […]

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]]> Improvement Needed in U.S. Breastfeeding Rates https://babycarejournals.com/improvement-needed-in-u-s-breastfeeding-rates/ Thu, 04 Nov 2010 21:28:08 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=311 By Lisa Pecos Thanks to widespread educational efforts, most modern mothers are very aware of the importance of breastfeeding their babies, and research indicates that we have come a long way in the past generation. However, according to the most recent CDC Breastfeeding Report Card, we still have room for improvement, especially among certain subgroups […]

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]]> New Health Reform Gives Breastfeeding Moms a Break https://babycarejournals.com/new-health-reform-gives-breastfeeding-moms-a-break/ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:13:52 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/?p=229 When I was working my first job after college (in other words, I was in my young 20’s), there was a mom who had just had her second baby. She had gone back to work a mere six weeks after her baby was born, and she was breastfeeding. I probably would’ve never paid much attention […]

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]]> When to Wean Baby https://babycarejournals.com/when-to-wean-baby/ Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:47:34 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/105/when-to-wean-baby Weaning really begins from the time additional nourishment apart from breast milk or formula is given to baby. It is a process rather than an event. There is no best time to wean baby. Most mothers do it when it suits them and their child. Babies are usually started on solids at around six months. […]

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]]> Breastfeeding a Preemie https://babycarejournals.com/breastfeeding-a-preemie/ Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:41:06 +0000 http://babycarejournals.com/98/breastfeeding-a-preemie Breast milk is very nourishing and contains valuable antibodies to help ward of illness and so is especially beneficial to a premature baby. Even if your preemie cannot feed properly at the hospital, breast milk can be frozen and stored ready for when feeding commences. Or it can be given via the feeding tube. Even […]

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