by Kentucky Breastfeeding Center | 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 Kentucky Breastfeeding Center | 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 Kentucky Breastfeeding Center | 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 Kentucky Breastfeeding Center | 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,...
by Kentucky Breastfeeding Center | Oct 13, 2023 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
Many expectant moms have a blissful image of bonding with their baby during breastfeeding. But the reality isn’t always as rosy. In truth, breastfeeding is like any aspect of parenting. It can be a joy, but it can also come with many challenges. One of the most...
by Kentucky Breastfeeding Center | Sep 6, 2023 | Kentucky Breastfeeding Center
Breastfeeding is the ultimate bonding experience between you and your new baby. Still, it is common for new mothers to wonder: When is the best time to start bottle feeding a breastfeeding infant? Experts agree that many babies can start drinking breast milk from a...
