Yesterday, I lay down to nurse my 15-month-old daughter who I thought should be ready for a nap. (Ha!) As we settled in and got comfortable, she latched on and I reached for my phone to check email and Facebook. … Continue reading
In honor of World Milksharing Week (September 24-30, 2012), I’m happy to share this guest post by Ryan Stanley, a progressive activist, lactation enthusiast, postpartum doula and mama to Jude. As one of four members of The Maternally Yours Collective, Ryan co-hosts … Continue reading
In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, I would like for you to get to know our local La Leche League leaders! These amazing ladies have helped countless women have a better breastfeeding relationship with their babies, overcome challenges and grow … Continue reading
”Natural childbirth isn’t when you do nothing to prepare for the birth; on the contrary, it only happens when you do many things to prepare.” ~ Dawn Freeman “I usually claim that pregnant women should not read books about pregnancy and birth. … Continue reading
Breastfeeding is wonderful – when it doesn’t hurt. But unfortunately, sometimes it does. Just this week, I received not one but two messages from new moms experiencing clogged ducts: I found a lump in my breast last week and that … Continue reading
I am so very grateful to be able to share this guest post from a wonderful and inspiring woman, Nyssa Retter, who took my classes in her third pregnancy and has inspired me ever since. Please check out her blog … Continue reading
Yes, I produce way more milk than my single baby could possibly consume. No, I’m not complaining. As my Dutch grandfather, who was known for his frequent use of proverbs, was fond of saying: “Beter mee verlegen dan om verlegen” … Continue reading
