The Purpose of Baby Shows and Parenting Conferences
I used to hate the idea of baby shows, now I love them for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and parenting education.
7 Risks To Feeding Your Child- You’re Screwed No Matter What
Congrats, you have a kid! Now what to feed it. Breastfeeding? Expressed breastmilk? Formula? Don’t worry, whatever you decide there are a few unavoidable, scary sounding risks. Welcome to parenting.
Is breastfeeding past infancy messing up kids?
In a time when more and more teens are having more serious mental health concerns, it’s worth exploring all possible areas and asking if breastfeeding beyond infancy could be related. What about kids that remember breastfeeding, how are they not messed up? Should we be concerned that more women are breastfeeding beyond the 12 month mark and what possible problems could this cause our society?
The Breastfeeding Toddler Explains
A toddler explains when, where, why, and the ins and outs of breastfeeding a toddler, breaking it down in simple terms so even grownups can understand!
Breastfeeding beyond Infancy in Developed Countries
Is it “crazy” to breastfeed beyond the baby’s first year? Many people understand breastfeeding beyond the first year in settings where adequate nutrition can be a difficulty but those same people will question breastfeeding beyond infancy in developed countries. Star Rodriguez, IBCLC, explores why mothers would breastfeed their toddlers and preschoolers in the developed world today.
12 Weaning Ceremonies
Breastfeeding can be such a sacred time in our lives. While we cherish the breastfeeding journey, it is rare in our culture to commemorate the end of breastfeeding with little more than a note in the baby book. If breastfeeding was important to you, consider celebrating your experiences and remembering this special transition with a weaning ceremony.
