Best Formula for Milk Protein Allergy
Figuring out which formula to choose can be extremely stressful (ignoring the shortage at hand), but choosing a formula for a baby with a milk protein allergy is even more complicated. Balancing out...
View ArticleInternational Formula Comparison
Due to the formula shortage, the FDA created an expedited approval pathway for international formulas. This means that we are now seeing some formulas from other countries on our shelves. One major...
View ArticleHow to Fix a Shallow Latch
One of the first thing many breastfeeding courses will mention is to make sure that your baby has a deep latch. But how do you know if your baby has a shallow latch or a deep latch? And if the latch is...
View ArticleBenefits of Working with a Pediatric Nutritionist
I may be a bit biased, but I think that every parent could benefit from working with a pediatric nutritionist. Most pediatricians get very minimal training in nutrition and often don't have the time to...
View ArticlePlant Based Infant Formula
With plant based eating becoming more popular, it's no surprise that parents are looking for plant based formula. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or just trying to avoid animal products, there are...
View ArticleDo lactogenic foods really help?
Not having enough milk for your baby is a top concern of many breastfeeding parents. Because of this, there is a whole market for galactagogues, or lactogenic foods, that claim to help boost milk...
View ArticlePrebiotics and Probiotics in Formula
Gut health has become very popular, so it's not surprising to see formula companies changing recipes to try and improve the gut microbiome. One way companies are achieving this is using prebiotics and...
View ArticleHow Often to Replace Pump Parts
Even if you've read your breast pump manual thoroughly, you may find conflicting information about how often to replace your pump parts. This is because everyone uses their pumps differently. Someone...
View ArticleTwo Shirt Method for Breastfeeding
This is my go-to method for discreet breastfeeding. It's called the two shirt method, because it involves two shirts. It allows you to keep most of your body covered. That being said, there is...
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