Community Posts, Tips & Support on Breastfeeding

hi👋 i’m pretty certain my little one has oral thrush but i’m completely clueless about it like what causes it, etc. do i need to go to the doctors? is there anything i need to change or know? i’ve seen that it could be transmittable to my nipples while breastfeeding? any advice would be appreciated as i really…

I need to travel to London for an appointment (2 hours each way) and to leave my then 10 week old with his daddy for the day. I exclusively breast feed and i wonder how should i go with pumping on the way? I will be taking the train and have a wearable pump but do i keep the milk? How do i store it on the way? Any ...

I'm wanting to wean my 4 year old off the boob. Only do night/morning feeds now but I feel we are ready What did you tell your little one? Or any ideas are very welcome

My baby is 4 days old and I’m breastfeeding her. She’s latching well and my milk has come in. The only issue is she’s constantly feeding. Whenever she’s awake she’s feeding and she will feed for 40 minutes fall asleep and continue to suckle even when she’s asleep. She never unlatches herself, I always have to unlatc...

I've got some frozen breast milk from when I was breastfeeding. I've been saving it for when my LB gets sick etc. But it's now 8 months old. Would I still be able to give him? Or should I now throw it

I'm really struggling with trying to stop breastfeeding my boy is boob mad. He is off and on the boob loads during the day - he has always been very 'snacky' rather than long feeds. He is combi fed usually one bottle from dad on the morning only about 4oz and similar before bed. Though if I try to give it I have a...

I have tried to do this and fail every time, I have hot shower or bath, I relax, I gently squeeze release in rhymoc motion and nothing not a single drop What on earth am I going to do... My toddler is two years three months, he has breast fed since he was born and recently about a week ago he injured my aeriola and ...

Hi My baby is nearly 12 months. I’m so proud of us making it almost a year breastfeeding. My question is what happens now? Do I still need to pump while I’m at work or can she go without milk in the day but still breastfeed at night. How would I go about stopping her feeding to sleep. I’m happy to continue breas...

I know breastfeeding can delay periods, but I’m starting to get worried I’m pregnant despite having no unprotected sex since 😅 Scared to do a test incase it comes back positive

Do I need to use one or both breasts for feeding? New to this 😅

Have anyone used the sense-U smart sock and it is worth it the price? I’m doing a bit of research because the Owlet sock is a way too expensive and there’s other options for a cheaper price x

Baby has a cold so is off her milk, when would you be concerned about how little she's drinking?

Wondering if anyone can advise. Long story short I have always been an under supplier. I mainly pump, just a couple of breastfeeds per day which are mainly for comfort for baby. I produce enough for 2 bottles of breast milk per day and have to pump every 2-3 hours for 30 mins a time to produce this. I have given...

I’m 23 weeks and my boobs have increased in size slightly, nothing major. But I need some new bras. If I buy maternity bras now will I just need to buy more in the future or will my boobs have finished growing? Also any recommendations for maternity bras for your bigger boobed gal? 😂 I’m a 28 GG and bravissimo is…

So if I have a bag of frozen breastmilk and put it under running water to thaw it. Can I put it back in the refrigerator if I do not plan on using the full bag? I know you can’t reheat breast milk but I wasn’t sure if that would be considered reheating? TIA!

I currently have the Elvie stride. I have loved it for the past 5 months but lately, it’s wearing down on me. Like it’s become very uncomfortable to wear I don’t know if a new pump will change this. The weight and tightness in my bra feel so top heavy wearing it, even though this is one of the lighter options appare...

The HV has said at my little one should be feeding between 8-12 times a day. She's is coming up to 5 months at the beginning of April. She is breast fed 4/5 times a day then a bottle before bed. So usually 6 times a day sometimes 7. Anyone similar? She seems very content, plenty wet/dirty nappies and gaining weight....

For those still breastfeeding alongside solids, how long would you say your bub usually nurses for during a session? EDIT: More specifically in the morning and at bedtime.

Hi I am looking for a breast pump if anyone is willing to donate! Currently in the chicago area and could pick up

sooooooo i’m still breastfeeding HOWEVER it’s literally no longer enjoyable 😩 every morning so and his eyes open it’s boob, after school boob before anything , before and after tub AND ALL FREAKING NIGHT, tossing and turning across me switching back and forth. he still uses a bink to substitute but i can’t even…