Tag: Breastfeeding
-
Tips for New Mom’s Preparing to Breastfeed
Posted On: April 20, 2022 by Hart Medical Equipment in: Breast Pump
Breastfeeding has so many wonderful benefits for both baby and mom. Breastfeeding allows many opportunities each day to bond with your baby, as well as set them up for success. It can be a lot of work for moms but very beneficial for your baby’s health and growth in the first few months of life. Here are some helpful tips to set yourself up for success when choosing to breastfeed. The 3 Stages of Breast Milk As you begin to prepare for breastfeeding, it is important to understand how your breast milk will change week by week to meet your newborn’s needs. 1. Colostrum The first type of breast milk is colostrum, present at the end of pregnancy and in the first few days after a baby is born. Colostrum is very important because it provides nutrients and antibodies to your newborn to fight infection. The amount of colostrum your body will make is small, but it gives your baby all the nutrients in that initial amount they need. 2. Transitional Milk Your transitionalRead More