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IBCLCs, Negative Experiences, and Self-Advocacy

IBCLCs, Negative Experiences, and Self-Advocacy

theleakyboob6 min read

You don’t have to be stuck with a professional providing inadequate support. In the end, you are the biggest advocate for you and your child and if advocating for you both means moving on to find the assistance you need, you won’t regret doing so.

In Search of the perfect latch

In Search of the perfect latch

theleakyboob5 min read

The way a good breastfeeding latch is talked about sometimes makes it sound like an impossible, elusive goal that moms aim for but rarely experience. Thoughts on newborn latch, what to look for, tips to improve it if needed, and when to get professional assistance.

Nipple confusion, bottles, and alternative feeding options

Nipple confusion, bottles, and alternative feeding options

theleakyboob8 min read

Can a bottle nipple reduce nipple confusion when mom needs to supplement? How does nipple confusion happen and is it even real? What options are available? Star Rodriquez, IBCLC, takes a look at the Medela Calma bottle marketed to reduce nipple confusion and explores other feeding alternatives as well as how to bottle feed in a way that promotes breastfeeding as much as possible.

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