We all know breastfeeding is one of the most natural things in the world, but let’s not mistake natural for being easy. Indeed many new
So much time and effort goes into learning to breastfeed that when the journey finally comes to an end, it can leave us feeling a
During pregnancy and new parenthood, there is a lot of talk around starting breastfeeding. The challenges and obstacles you can face when you begin to
The reasons why a parent may stop nursing their child varies and can range from nursing aversion, incompatible medical treatments, a desire to wean led
As a breastfeeding counsellor supporting the National Breastfeeding Helpline, I am well versed in the topic of weaning. In fact, it is my favourite one
Have you ever been asked if you’re ‘still nursing’? That word ‘still’ grates on me each and every time I hear it. The first time
For many of us, the act of breastfeeding forms a big part of our early motherhood experience and creates a bond that lasts a lifetime.
‘You’re doing it more for you than him now though, right?’ The question was thrown at me from across the dinner table as I sat
I’m often asked why breastfeeding matters so much to women. After all, isn’t it just simply a way of feeding a baby? Pick bottle or
We all know that breastfeeding looks different for everyone. It can come with many challenges, but what happens when you have to choose between your
