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5 Breastfeeding Essentials Every New Mom Needs

by New Mom School | Sep 22, 2022 | Baby Essentials, Feeding

So here’s the behind the scenes for you, Mama. Breastfeeding can be as messy as it is gloriously satisfying and nourishing and fulfilling and challenging! In those early days and weeks, while supply is still settling down, both you and your little one are getting...

20 Tips to Help a Baby With Reflux

by New Mom School | Jul 26, 2022 | Baby Essentials, Feeding

If you suspect your baby has reflux, you’ve probably found yourself down a Google rabbit hole with questions like: How to know if your baby has reflux? Why does my baby spit up so much? What foods in breastmilk cause baby to have reflux? What are symptoms of reflux...

My Breastfeeding Journey

by New Mom School | Jul 21, 2021 | Feeding, Wisdom

After my first son was born and put on my bare chest in the hospital, he wiggled down and found my breast just like in the videos on YouTube—just like the lactation consultants told me it happens. It was beautiful and perfect. That’s pretty much where he stayed...

Get Happy Dough for Lactation

by New Mom School | May 13, 2016 | Feeding, Wisdom

Written by Katrina Cameron, Program Manager for OCMM. One of the best tips I ever got to prepare for breastfeeding was to have water and a basket of healthy snacks readily available by my rocker, bedside, and anywhere I would be nursing my baby girl. I found my...

Frequently Asked Questions about Starting Solids

by New Mom School | Jul 31, 2014 | Feeding

One of the most frequent questions I receive from mommies is: When do I start feeding my baby solids and what is the best way to start? There are a few different factors to consider. With Jack, we started at 6 months and Asher is just about there! When can my baby...