Breastfeeding is often thought of as a pleasant and joyful bonding experience for a new parent and their baby— but what happens when it isn’t? Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex, or D-MER, occurs in a small percentage of lactating individuals. While little is known about it, raising awareness is important in helping to manage the condition and to be able to enjoy your breastfeeding experience. 

The holiday season is upon us and if you are expecting a baby soon or have a new baby, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed. We want to help you manage your stress and anxiety surrounding the holidays! Here are some helpful tips for surviving them as a new and/or breastfeeding mama. 

Hey Mama! Is your breastfeeding journey coming to an end? You may be feeling a little emotional and overwhelmed and wondering where to start. The decision to wean is personal, not always easy and can look very different for every mom and baby. Here’s how to get started.

Building a freezer stash of breastmilk while exclusively breastfeeding is something a lot of new parents wonder about. And it’s nice to be able to plan for when you want or need to be away from your baby for an extended period. This guide can help you navigate breastfeeding and building a freezer stash, without running the risk of having an oversupply.

Welcome to the newborn world of cluster feeding! Just when you are starting to find a rhythm with your new baby, they throw this exhausting curveball at you. And honestly, it can be hard not to think your baby is conspiring against you! Understanding what cluster feeding is all about and finding ways to survive it will help you better navigate this tricky time.  

So, you just found out you’re expecting, and surprise! You go to your first ultrasound and find out it’s twins! Double the cuteness, double the excitement, and double the feeding. If you planned on breastfeeding your baby, the idea of breastfeeding two babies might feel even more daunting and maybe impossible. Here’s some important information to consider in planning for breastfeeding multiples!

Let’s face it—if you’re a new parent, it’s probably safe to say that you have experienced a stressful life event at some point in time. Finding ways to manage these stressors in daily life can be challenging, but so important—especially for the breastfeeding mama! Here’s a complete guide from our lactation consultant and registered nurse.

Painful breastfeeding can be one of the most frustrating and distressing things to experience as a new mom. Learning more about what could be causing your pain and some strategies to treat it will help you recognize your symptoms early and get the right support.

In the breastfeeding world we talk a lot about the struggles involving low milk production and finding ways to boost your supply, but did you know it’s possible to have too much milk? While it’s great to have lots of milk, having a breastmilk oversupply can be just as stressful as not having enough. Here’s how to manage oversupply.

As you prepare to welcome your new baby into the world, there are many things to consider and decisions to make. More and more parents are incorporating antenatal colostrum collecting, also known as colostrum harvesting, into their prenatal plans. Here’s what you need to know about milk before baby.

Congratulations! You have just been through the marathon of labour and birth and now have a precious little bundle of joy in your arms. You likely find yourself with a lot of questions about feeding in the early days, no matter how much you prepared beforehand. Here are some common questions that new mamas have on breastfeeding.

As a new or soon-to-be mom, you're likely aware of the impact of alcohol on a developing fetus during pregnancy. However, with the holiday season upon us, you may be wondering about enjoying that long-awaited glass of red wine while breastfeeding. Let's dive into all you need to know for a joyful and safe breastfeeding experience this holiday season.

Welcoming a little one into the world is a magical experience, and the journey of breastfeeding is a significant part of that adventure. While the concept of lactation is a natural physiological process, the art of breastfeeding and milk expression is a learned skill for both you and your baby and can come with many challenges. Here’s how a lactation consultant can help you.