Benefits for Mum
lowers the risk of pre-menopausal... |
Benefits for Mum
lowers the risk of pre-menopausal... |
Benefits for Baby
is easy to digest and provides the... |
Benefits for Baby
is easy to digest and provides the... |
Benefits for Dad and Partner
Less stress and worry as breastfed... |
Benefits for Dad and Partner
Less stress and worry as breastfed... |
Attachment or latching on Starting to breastfeed
Successful... |
Before you start Practice makes perfect and builds up your... |
Before you start Practice makes perfect and builds up your... |
Breast massage During pregnancy your breasts can feel tender due... |
Checking for lumps The good news is that breastfeeding lowers your... |
Checking for lumps The good news is that breastfeeding lowers your... |
The science One of the first signs of pregnancy is heavier,... |
The science One of the first signs of pregnancy is heavier,... |
Breast milk nutrition facts Colostrum, the early days’ milk, is a rich... |
Breast milk nutrition facts Colostrum, the early days’ milk, is a rich... |
Breastfeeding when mum is ill You might be worried about breastfeeding your... |
Breastfeeding when mum is ill You might be worried about breastfeeding your... |
Diet and exercise Healthy diet for breastfeeding... |
Diet and exercise Healthy diet for breastfeeding... |
All about baby Are all babies capable of... |
All about baby Are all babies capable of... |
Baby's hunger My baby is hungrier than usual. Is this... |
Baby's hunger My baby is hungrier than usual. Is this... |
Breastfeeding & illness Can I breastfeed when I have the flu or when... |
Breastfeeding & illness Can I breastfeed when I have the flu or when... |
Dad/partner My partner is going to breastfeed our baby,... |
Dad/partner My partner is going to breastfeed our baby,... |
Diet/Mum's habits What is the best diet while breastfeeding?... |
Diet/Mum's habits What is the best diet while breastfeeding?... |
Milk supply Do I have enough milk for my baby in the... |
Milk supply Do I have enough milk for my baby in the... |
Pain Is it normal for breastfeeding to... |
Pain Is it normal for breastfeeding to... |
Physical How do I know if my baby is latched on... |
Physical How do I know if my baby is latched on... |
Time How often should I breastfeed?
From... |
Time How often should I breastfeed?
From... |
Combination feeding Healthcare professionals do recommend exclusive... |
Combination feeding Healthcare professionals do recommend exclusive... |
Dream feeding Many mums struggle with having to wake up to... |
Dream feeding Many mums struggle with having to wake up to... |
Expressing You can express breast milk by hand or by using a... |
Expressing You can express breast milk by hand or by using a... |
Moving from breast to bottle The main thing you need to consider is hygiene.... |
Moving from breast to bottle The main thing you need to consider is hygiene.... |
Positions Breastfeeding positions
The most common... |
Positions Breastfeeding positions
The most common... |
Stopping breastfeeding There is no right or wrong time to stop... |
Stopping breastfeeding There is no right or wrong time to stop... |
Storing breastmilk Breast milk should be handled carefully to... |
Weaning In Ireland, the Health Service Executive advises... |
Weaning In Ireland, the Health Service Executive advises... |
Winding Burping helps your baby to expel some of the air... |
Finding breastfeeding difficult Although breastfeeding is natural and beneficial... |
Finding breastfeeding difficult Although breastfeeding is natural and beneficial... |
How do you know when your breasts are full? This is the most common breastfeeding question... |
How do you know when your breasts are full? This is the most common breastfeeding question... |
Low milk supply Many mothers are unnecessarily concerned about... |
Low milk supply Many mothers are unnecessarily concerned about... |
Milk oversupply Having an abundant supply of breast milk might be... |
Milk oversupply Having an abundant supply of breast milk might be... |
Sagging breasts All women get sagging breasts. Breastfeeding is... |
Sagging breasts All women get sagging breasts. Breastfeeding is... |
Baby's sleep routine Despite your friends and family telling you that... |
Baby's sleep routine Despite your friends and family telling you that... |
Biting Although the arrival of a white, small tooth is a... |
Biting Although the arrival of a white, small tooth is a... |
Bowel movements in breastfed babies In the early days after birth your baby will pass... |
Bowel movements in breastfed babies In the early days after birth your baby will pass... |
Is my baby getting enough breast milk? This is a common breastfeeding question as it’s... |
Is my baby getting enough breast milk? This is a common breastfeeding question as it’s... |
Supplementation and vitamin D A recent directive from the Department of Health... |
Supplementation and vitamin D A recent directive from the Department of Health... |
Baby’s Separation Anxiety At birth your baby thinks they are a part of you... |
Baby’s Separation Anxiety At birth your baby thinks they are a part of you... |
Exhaustion Being tired is perfectly normal - looking after a... |
Exhaustion Being tired is perfectly normal - looking after a... |
Guilty about using formula If breastfeeding isn't possible or isn’t working... |
Guilty about using formula If breastfeeding isn't possible or isn’t working... |
Positive emotional benefits of breastfeeding For many mums breastfeeding comes naturally, but... |
Positive emotional benefits of breastfeeding For many mums breastfeeding comes naturally, but... |
Post Natal Depression During the first weeks after childbirth many... |
Post Natal Depression During the first weeks after childbirth many... |
Pressure to breastfeed Breastfeeding organisations recognise that mums... |
Pressure to breastfeed Breastfeeding organisations recognise that mums... |
Unable to bond When a baby is born, parents expect to feel a... |
Unable to bond When a baby is born, parents expect to feel a... |
Blocked milk ducts A blocked or plugged milk duct is a lump in your... |
Blocked milk ducts A blocked or plugged milk duct is a lump in your... |
Breast engorgement When a breast becomes hard, uncomfortably full... |
Breast engorgement When a breast becomes hard, uncomfortably full... |
Leaking breasts Leaking breasts are a normal part of... |
Leaking breasts Leaking breasts are a normal part of... |
Mastitis Most mums have heard of mastitis and how painful... |
Mastitis Most mums have heard of mastitis and how painful... |
Sore nipples and nipple pain In the first weeks of breastfeeding, it’s normal... |
Sore nipples and nipple pain In the first weeks of breastfeeding, it’s normal... |
Thrush Thrush (candida albicans) is a yeast infection... |
Colic The threat of colic can make any parent feel... |
Colic The threat of colic can make any parent feel... |
Croup Laryngotracheitis, known as croup, is a common,... |
Croup Laryngotracheitis, known as croup, is a common,... |
After breast surgery If you had a breast augmentation or... |
After breast surgery If you had a breast augmentation or... |
Breastfeeding a baby with a cold or fever A stuffy nose may make breastfeeding difficult... |
Breastfeeding a baby with a cold or fever A stuffy nose may make breastfeeding difficult... |
Breastfeeding a baby with acid reflux A baby who is spitting up a lot of milk can be a... |
Breastfeeding a baby with acid reflux A baby who is spitting up a lot of milk can be a... |
Breastfeeding a baby with diarrhoea Loose stools are normal for a breastfed baby, who... |
Breastfeeding a baby with diarrhoea Loose stools are normal for a breastfed baby, who... |
Breastfeeding after a Caesarean Recovering from a Caesarean can be difficult and... |
Breastfeeding after a Caesarean Recovering from a Caesarean can be difficult and... |
Breastfeeding when baby is sick If a sick baby is able to take anything by mouth,... |
Breastfeeding when baby is sick If a sick baby is able to take anything by mouth,... |
Conceiving and breastfeeding Although an unreliable contraceptive method,... |
Conceiving and breastfeeding Although an unreliable contraceptive method,... |
Flat or inverted nipples A good latch involves taking a good mouthful of... |
Flat or inverted nipples A good latch involves taking a good mouthful of... |
Large breasts If you have large breasts, you might find it... |
Large breasts If you have large breasts, you might find it... |
Premature babies Breast milk is especially important for premature... |
Premature babies Breast milk is especially important for premature... |
Small breasts Mothers with small breasts can breastfeed... |
Small breasts Mothers with small breasts can breastfeed... |
Tandem breastfeeding This expression is sometimes incorrectly used to... |
Tandem breastfeeding This expression is sometimes incorrectly used to... |
Twins and other multiples Congratulations on the birth of your babies! If... |
Twins and other multiples Congratulations on the birth of your babies! If... |
Baby requirements at home Bedtime:
moses basket... |
Baby requirements at home Bedtime:
moses basket... |
Gifts ideas for new mums Choosing a gift for a new mum can be tricky,... |
Gifts ideas for new mums Choosing a gift for a new mum can be tricky,... |
Packing your hospital bag Healthcare professionals advise mothers to pack... |
Packing your hospital bag Healthcare professionals advise mothers to pack... |
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding diet advice When you become pregnant, your body gets ready to... |
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding diet advice When you become pregnant, your body gets ready to... |
Stocking up for baby The best time to stock your fridge and freezer of... |
Stocking up for baby The best time to stock your fridge and freezer of... |
Will I be able to breastfeed? Most women can breastfeed, no matter how big or... |
Will I be able to breastfeed? Most women can breastfeed, no matter how big or... |
Dad baby and breastfeeding In the past women learnt to nurse by observing... |
Dad baby and breastfeeding In the past women learnt to nurse by observing... |
Myths and facts Myth: Frequent breastfeeding leads to low... |
Myths and facts Myth: Frequent breastfeeding leads to low... |
Breastfeeding aids There are lots of products designed to help you... |
Breastfeeding aids There are lots of products designed to help you... |
Breastfeeding and the Irish law While updates of the ... |
Breastfeeding and the Irish law While updates of the ... |
Breastfeeding in Ireland Breastfeeding initiation rates are very low in... |
Breastfeeding in Ireland Breastfeeding initiation rates are very low in... |
Breastfeeding in public While changes to ... |
Breastfeeding in public While changes to ... |
Milk donation Irvinestown Human Milk Bank is Ireland’s only... |
Milk donation Irvinestown Human Milk Bank is Ireland’s only... |
Recommended reading These books are great sources of information for... |
Recommended reading These books are great sources of information for... |
Safety when breastfeeding If you are breastfeeding, you should take certain... |
Safety when breastfeeding If you are breastfeeding, you should take certain... |
Support information Before your baby is born you... |
Support information Before your baby is born you... |
Working and breastfeeding The Maternity Protection (Amendment) Act 2004... |
Working and breastfeeding The Maternity Protection (Amendment) Act 2004... |
Breastfeeding while pregnant The decision to continue breastfeeding a child... |
Breastfeeding while pregnant The decision to continue breastfeeding a child... |
Breastfeeding tips The most important thing is to relax and take it... |
Breastfeeding tips The most important thing is to relax and take it... |
Expert Answers Video Gallery {jumi ... |
Expert Answers Video Gallery {jumi ... |
WHO & Dept of Health guidance A) World Health... |
WHO & Dept of Health guidance A) World Health... |