Hi! If you’re here, you’re probably facing the wonderful and sometimes challenging journey of breastfeeding/chestfeeding (or whatever term you prefer) your baby. Trust us, many of us here at Ergobaby know what it’s like and have been exactly where you are right now. Whether this is your first time or you’re welcoming another little family…
Breastfeeding / chestfeeding (or whatever term you feel best describes your journey) can be one of the most beautiful and best things in the world. It is so intimate, so unique, so beautiful. But it can also be a challenge. It’s rarely easy straight away, without any complications. And we’re not saying that to scare…
Breast/chestfeeding has so many benefits for mum and baby. But unfortunately, first-time parents with no experience are often unsure when it comes to breast/chestfeeding after birth. After all, they don’t know exactly what to expect. They hear and see a lot in advance. From glossy social media images of happy breast/chestfeeding to well-intentioned advice from…
You’ve waited so long for the moment when you finally hold your little baby in your arms. This breath-taking moment, these incredible emotions, this miracle… And yet for many mums (and dads too), this moment heralds a phase characterised by expectations, pressure, and stress. Ideally, of course, this shouldn’t be the case. But unfortunately, in…
Colostrum… what? If you don’t know what this term means, or if you do but you don’t really know details, then you’re not alone! Especially if you don’t already have children, or aren’t planning to breast/chestfeed. But if you are planning on feeding baby this way and would like to know more, then we’ve got…
Ouch! What was that? You’re sitting completely relaxed on the sofa with your baby and then suddenly your baby bites you! We get it, it really hurts … After all, the nipple is super sensitive. And tiny little teeth are razor sharp. But don’t worry, this is really the exception rather than the rule. If…
If you’ve just started out breast/chest feeding, you might be seeking guidance on how to gauge your baby’s milk intake, understand the causes of low milk production, and learn effective methods to increase milk supply. This is a common concern for breast/chest feeding mums. After all, your breasts/chest don’t have a full/empty gauge, so how…
The first few days after birth can be quite exhausting and tiring for most breast/chest feeding mothers. People often talk about a “breast/chest feeding marathon”, as your baby is expected to drink every two to three hours. This is normal and may take a few days for your milk production to adjust to your baby’s…
Why can breastfeeding be painful? Breastfeeding can have some of the weirdest side effects, as Sandra, our lactation consultant, knows all too well. Unfortunately, pain is also part of it and unfortunately the reason is not always as clear as if the baby is teething. Some mothers also complain about the formation of milk blisters…
Breast/chest feeding is very beneficial for your baby. That’s why World Breast/Chest Feeding Week is being celebrated again from the 1st until the 7th August celebrate all things feeding. This year’s theme is “Breast/chest feeding at work – know your rights”. If you are planning to return to work, training, or education whilst breast/chest feeding,…