Low Milk Supply: When the root cause is Insufficient Glandular Tissue (IGT)

February - 12 - 2025

Insufficient glandular tissue (IGT), also known as breast hypoplasia, occurs when the breast does not develop enough milk-producing glandular tissue during puberty or pregnancy. While the exact causes aren't always clear, several factors are known or suspected to contribute to IGT: Known or Suspected Causes…

Weighing baby before and after feeding to see how much they ate

February - 12 - 2025

Pre- and Post-Breastfeeding Weight Checks: When, Why, and How to Do Them Correctly Weighing a baby before and after a feeding-can be a useful tool in lactation care. But it's not something every breastfeeding dyad needs. When used appropriately, pre- and post-feed weight checks can…

Insufficient Glandular Tissue and lack of breast milk

February - 7 - 2025

Insufficient glandular tissue (IGT), also known as breast hypoplasia, occurs when the breast does not develop enough milk-producing glandular tissue during puberty or pregnancy. While the exact causes aren't always clear, several factors are known or suspected to contribute to IGT: Known or Suspected Causes…

Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (DMER) vs Intrusive Thoughts

January - 29 - 2025

Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER) and intrusive thoughts can both be distressing experiences during breastfeeding, but they are distinct phenomena with different causes and characteristics. Here's a breakdown of each, how they overlap, and how they differ: What Is D-MER? • Definition: D-MER is a…

Intrusive thoughts as a new parent

January - 29 - 2025

Intrusive thoughts while breastfeeding are more common than many people realize and can be deeply distressing for parents who experience them. These thoughts often come out of nowhere, feel unwanted, and can cause feelings of guilt or fear. Here's a breakdown of where they come…

Why does my baby’s poop change around the holidays?

January - 29 - 2025

Holiday Feasts and Baby Poop: What's the Connection? As the holidays roll around, we tend to indulge in all the seasonal goodies-think mashed potatoes, stuffing, pies, and countless treats. While your baby might not be joining you for a plate of turkey just yet, the…

Cup feeding baby when they refuse a bottle

January - 29 - 2025

Cup Feeding: An Alternative When Baby Refuses a Bottle Picture this: you've tried every bottle shape, nipple flow, and feeding position, and your baby still looks at you like, "Nah, I'm good." If you're heading back to work and your baby won't take a bottle,…

Will pacifiers sabotage my breastfeeding journey?

January - 29 - 2025

Pacifiers can be a helpful tool in soothing a fussy baby, but figuring out how and when to introduce one can feel a bit tricky. Newborns tend to just spit them out and they can't put them back in by themselves If you're breastfeeding, it's…

THC and breast milk

January - 29 - 2025

Navigating the journey of motherhood often brings up questions about lifestyle choices and their impact on your baby, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. One topic that frequently arises is the use of marijuana during this period. Let's explore the current understanding, based on recent…

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