How will my baby latch on for breastfeeding?
You may be having difficulty getting your baby to latch on for breastfeeding. If you do, read on to find out how you can help make breastfeeding a fuss-free, and...
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How will my baby latch on for breastfeeding?
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My baby has facial spots. What should I do?
When you first meet your newborn, you might be surprised to see that their skin is not as smooth and clear as you thought it would be. Their skin may...
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My baby has sticky eyes. What should I do?
You may have noticed that your newborn’s eyes are very watery and occasionally causes stickiness and crusting. This is because your baby’s tear ducts (located near the nose) are still...
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My baby has nappy rash. What should I do?
Nappy rash appears on your baby’s bottom because of a skin irritation. It is a very common condition and affects up to 33% of nappy-wearing babies. It is also not...
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My baby has loose stools. What should I do?
Before your child is able to let you know when they are sick, doctors often advise to observe their stool. This may, however, make you worry in trying to determine...
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How do I use a breast pump at work?
Before you return to work, you should inform your employer that you intend to keep breastfeeding. This should be done regardless of whether your workplace is openly supportive of breastfeeding...
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How should I store my expressed breast milk at work and at home?
Once you have expressed your breastmilk at work, you will need to store it at an optimum temperature to preserve the nutrients and antibodies in your breastmilk the best you...
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I can't do direct breastfeeding. How do I express my breast milk for my baby to consume?
Sometimes, you may not be able to directly breastfeed your baby. In these instances, your baby can still continue receiving your expressed breastmilk. Expressing your breastmilk simply means pumping out...
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How can I improve my milk supply?
Natural production of milk Your breasts have what are called mammary glands that produce breastmilk. The mammary glands are made up of alveoli, ductules and milk ducts. The alveoli are...
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Am I producing enough breast milk for my baby?
How much milk does my baby need? Your newborn is very small, so it makes sense that your newborn's stomach is also tiny. On Day 1, the stomach can hold...
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Is it okay for me to diet while breastfeeding?
It is understandable that you would want to lose all the weight that you've put on while pregnant as soon as possible, and regain your pre-pregnancy body. However, it is...
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17 Breastfeeding myths dispelled
For all the benefits that breastfeeding give to both mothers and babies, there seem to be many off-putting myths that shroud this natural life-giving act. 1. Many women do not...
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What should I do if my baby has problems latching on?
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, your baby has problems latching on. It can be frustrating, but it is not impossible for your baby to successfully latch on with some help....
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Which treatment option should I go for if my baby is jaundiced?
Hospital versus Home treatments If your baby has jaundice, the best course of action is phototherapy. However, you may be trying to decide whether to have your baby treated in...
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