Breastfeeding is a choice. It’s one you will make that will benefit you and your baby in an extremely positive way. However, there can be a few challenges that we unfortunately face in society that could have a huge impact on your decision. Breastfeeding mothers aren’t often greeted warmly inContinue Reading
During Pregnancy is a good time to think about breastfeeding. This is the time to learn the facts about breastfeeding and how it works. Breastfeeding can be a choice that you make that will not only be a huge benefit for the baby but a huge benefit for yourself. BreastfeedingContinue Reading
There is a shortage of articles that give us valuable insight into what is going on with breastfeeding in the black community. Sometimes we just do not have many people who have the desire to share. There is a lack of breastfeeding in general in the community with few resources,Continue Reading
Black women seem to face many different hurdles when it comes to breastfeeding. One of these hurdles is the opinions of their friends and family members. About two years ago, I had a young mom around the age of twenty as a client who was very interested in breastfeeding andContinue Reading
Having a postpartum doula can be a positive experience for the breastfeeding mother and her family. The postpartum doula can assist with breastfeeding, meal preparation, newborn care, and help with siblings, etc. It would be wise for the family to communicate with the doula before delivery so that she canContinue Reading