It’s something all adults take for granted, but being able to burp – and release trapped and painful gas – is an exciting milestone for any baby to reach. When babies are born, their digestive tract is still developing and they don’t yet have the ability to make...
Covid-19 adds an extra layer of worry for pregnant and breastfeeding moms. Registered dietician and lactation consultant Carey Haupt answers some of your most pressing questions. Covid-19 is everywhere in our social media, on every channel and radio station, as it...
If you are looking to donate your breast milk, here are the details for Milk Banks around the country. Durban Click here for a list of Durban-based Milk Banks. Cape Town Click here for a list of Cape Town-based Milk Banks. Johannesburg and other provinces Click here...
Pumping your breast milk doesn’t have to be fraught with frustration. Dietician and lactation consultant Carey Haupt shares some tips to make the job easier. Whether you are expressing milk for a baby in NICU, or at work, or just to quickly go to the shops, no one...
Dietitian Megan Pentz-Kluyts outlines the different ways you can get your baby to start eating solids. When the time comes to wean your baby onto solids (from six months old and onwards), there are various methods that can help your little one to learn about the...
Many breastfeeding mothers believe that nipple pain is normal, but registered dietician and certified lactation consultant Deidre Smith says breastfeeding shouldn’t hurt. “Nipple pain is normal …” or is it? While nipple pain may be common, and one of the main reasons...
Breastfeeding can be tricky – and you might be worried about whether your baby is getting enough breastmilk in. Doula Donna Bland addresses this concern. One of the most frequently asked questions I get from new parents is how to tell whether their breastfed baby is...
Every baby that comes into this world has custom-made nutrition readily available to them in the form of breastmilk, which not only provides nutrition, but also quenches their thirst and contributes positively to their immune and digestion systems. Doula and birth...
Eating well while you’re breastfeeding is important for both you and your baby. Doula Donna Bland gives breastfeeding mothers advice on what to eat. Breastfeeding is a wonderful way to nurture your baby and meet his dietary needs, but a frequently asked question is,...
Oral restrictions can make breastfeeding your baby very difficult. Lactation consultant Samantha Crompton explains what they are, and what you can do about them. Your little one’s tongue plays an important role in their dental health. Even before birth, the tongue...
