by Ashlee Brown | Jun 12, 2024 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
It’s estimated that one out of four babies are exclusively breastfed during the first six months. Since breastfeeding is the natural option, many expecting mothers often assume that it will be easy. Sadly, this isn’t always the case. Whether it’s...
by Ashlee Brown | May 10, 2024 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
Are you just beginning your breastfeeding journey or planning to welcome a baby soon? If so, you’re probably learning that breastfeeding isn’t always easy or comfortable. In fact, the pain and irritation can make it feel easier to give up. But it...
by Ashlee Brown | Mar 13, 2024 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
There are times in our lives when we face challenges, and some soothing words of encouragement from friends and family are enough to get us through. Then there are the other types of challenges: the ones where we need the wise words of an expert. A lactation...
by Ashlee Brown | Feb 15, 2024 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
You’ve probably heard of tongue ties, but have you heard of a newborn having a lip tie? This occurs when the strip of skin beneath the upper lip is too short or tight. It restricts the movement of the lips and occurs in 4 to 11% of babies. While lip ties...
by Ashlee Brown | Jan 22, 2024 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
According to the CDC, an estimated 60% of mothers don’t breastfeed as long as they intended. For many, this early departure from breastfeeding stems from an overall lack of support. While breastfeeding is an entirely natural source of infant nutrition,...
