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Michaela Wright asked:




Babies change so rapidly in the first year of development, so you should expect very different things the second month than you did in the first. The following are things for you to observe and enjoy:

Your baby will eat more. A newborn’s stomach is very small, but as they age, they will eat more. Your ******* may still be sore if you are breast-feeding, especially since babies will be suckling more. And, since your baby’s vocal cords are developing more, he or she will likely cry when hungry (or in need of a changing, or just attention). Try to anticipate hunger and feed your child before he starts crying.

You may witness your baby’s first smile. Some babies smile in their sleep early on, but the two-month mark is where the first social smile happens. This means that your baby will smile in response to you. It may be something you say or a game you are playing with your baby, but he or she will smile in response to something, rather than just while dreaming.

Attachment has developed. Many babies will grow accustomed to the attention they get from you. They may cry when you put them down. This is normal, and it shows that they are developing socially.

Your baby may start to hold things. In general, your baby’s hands will stay clenched during the first month. By the second month, they will have grown enough for the fingers to relax. You can give your child a small toy to hold; it can entertain him or her. Black and white toys are the best, as eyes are still sensitive. Your baby will see simply colored objects the best.

Your child may even make faces. If you make funny faces, your child may try to imitate them. Stimulate him or her by standing close and letting her look at your face. This can be fun for you as well as your child.

Your child will start making noises to mimic you. While no child will speak now, they may start to make simple sounds, like vowel sounds. These will be more than just squeals.

During this time, you may also want to play classical music and spend time talking to your child. The simple tunes of old songs and the sound of your voice will be stimulating. Also, be sure to document everything with photos or video. You will really enjoy being able to look back on these times.

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Michael D Thompson asked:




How to increase breastmilk production? Have you asked yourself the most important question about your ****** milk production? That initial question should be in the form of, “Is my ****** milk production really low?” It’s not uncommon for mothers to think there ****** milk production is not meeting the demands of the baby due to the nature of a baby’s feeding schedules. It’s best to talk to a lactation consultant if your ****** milk production is truly low because often times the lactation consultant can tell you why your ****** milk production is low and what you can do to fix the problem and moreover how to keep your ****** milk production at optimal levels for good. You can also contact your local La Leche League for mother-to-mother support, education, information, encouragement, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.

If you have determined that your ****** milk production is inadequate, take steps in a positive direction that will indeed have an impact on producing more ****** milk for your baby. Plan ahead and set aside a Saturday or Sunday where you will apply techniques that are outline below, that a lot of mothers have found to boost there ****** milk production 24-72 hours after applying these techniques. Also note that if you are using a ****** pump and ****** feeding as well you might find it hard to keep up your ****** milk production, so apply the techniques below as well.

Pump and/or nurse your baby as often as possible. During the day, attempt to nurse about every 1 ½ to 2 hours and at night, even if it means waking your baby up, no less than every 3 hours. Keep track of time your baby starts feeding to the next feeding time. This will help you discover a pattern. Your baby can increase the amount of ****** milk that you produce because babies naturally stimulate your ****** more so than pumping.

Nurse your baby on each ****** until he/she is fully satisfied. A baby falling asleep while ****** feeding is a good indication that they are getting enough for their needs. Also, make a conscious effort to encourage the baby to feed from each ******.

Use an electric hospital grade ****** pump if direct ****** feeding is not an option. ****** milk production has been shown to increase by double pumping do to the fact of a ****** milk stimulating hormone called Prolactin. Limit your ****** pump sessions to around 10-15 minutes.

You may want to pump for 5-10 minutes after your baby has finished nursing. This can be easily be accomplished just by adding in an additional session of pumping once or twice a day.
Try to avoid bottle feeding or pacifiers during this period, as you’re trying to allow your baby the opportunity to satisfy themselves at the ******. This will insure that your baby learns how to ****** feed which directly impacts your ****** milk production stimulation.

Juice, water, formula and solid foods are items you want to avoid when trying to get your baby to nurse more often, and remember the less your baby feeds at the ****** means less ****** milk stimulation.
Often try eating snacks that are high in calcium and protein.
Make sure you drink plenty of fluids but don’t over do it, because over hydrating may have a negative affect on you ****** milk production

Get plenty of rest. Sleep with the baby close to you, preferably skin to skin to increase the possibility of your baby wanting to ****** feed more often. (Research how to safely co sleep with your infant.) More over, getting plenty of sleep is beneficial to both you and your baby.

Fenugreek is an herb that a number of mothers found to aid in increasing ****** milk production. Combining this herb with nursing at the ****** and/or ****** pumping at increased frequencies will yield the best results. Fenugreek is usually available at your local nutrition or health food stores. 2-4 capsules a day is the normal dosage. Within 1-3 days, increased ****** milk production is notice by most mothers. For some mothers, high dosages of Fenugreek may cause hypoglycemia, so avoid taking more that the recommended dosage. Fenugreek may cause urinary track infections during pregnancy, so avoid taking during pregnancy time. Blessed Thistle and Alfalfa are also herbs that you may use in combination with Fenugreek as some mothers have found combining herbs work best in contrast to just using a single herb by itself. Combine Fenugreek Alfalfa and Blessed Thistle if you want to try the herb combination approach.

Although advocating prescription drugs is not favorable, it may a viable option if ****** milk production is not noticeably increased after applying the above techniques. A prescription drug called Metoclopramide, also known as Reglan, can be prescribed by your doctor if your ****** milk production is inadequate, so ask you physician about it if all else fails. Depression and mood swings are potential side affects of Reglan, so Reglan should be avoided if you have a history of depression. You can combine Fenugreek, Blessed Thistle and Alfalfa with Reglan.

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Eze Ikechukwu asked:




The natural way in which a mother feeds her new born baby, instead of on artificial formulas like cow’s milk is called lactation or breastfeeding. There are many advantages that breastfeeding has over artificial formulas. E.g., the mother’s milk is easier to digest, it prevents constipation, protects the baby from many infectious diseases. The benefits also include:

1) Promotion of healthy oral development.
2) Bonding and skin to skin contact between mother and child. Etc.

For the mother, the benefits include:

1) It reduces the chance of hemorrhaging from placental site.
2) An opportunity to rest
3) Encourages the contraction of the uterus, thereby returning the womb to the pre-pregnant size.

However, there are also problems that are associated to breastfeeding as well. Below, we will try to shed more light on the most common breastfeeding problems and also try to proffer some solutions to them.

1) ****** ENLARGEMENT: After delivery, prolactin will be released from the anterior pituitary, and this is what promotes the secretion of milk. Usually, this occurs between the third and fifth day after delivery. At first, the ****** will to be very full, heavy, hard and eventually becomes tender. The reason for this is because of venous and lymphatic oedema and engorgement. Because of high intra-mammary tension, milk producing cells will cease production and the milk ejection will be inhibited. This problem can either be severe or mild. It leads to cracked ******* and if ******* is allowed, and the baby cannot grasp the areola because the ******* here will be painful. Massaging and the expression of colostrums prevent ****** engorgements. But if this eventually occurs, the treatment will be easier. Tension can be reduced on the ****** by manually expressing little milk before breastfeeding, and emptied by same method after breastfeeding.

Using not too hot water to wash the ****** before breastfeeding, also, using firm brassier to support the ****** after ****** feeding equally helps to reduce tension from the ******. If the engorgement is severe, the above methods are not allowed because they are painful. Rather, the woman should use some analgesic. Some doctors may equally prescribe large doses of stilbesterol, but this is not effective in already established engorgements. Rather, this therapy ( stilbesterol ) is best used for prevention, and best if given one hour before delivery and 24 hours later. It is not advisable on a mother who delivers through cassarian section in order to avoid thromboembolism. In order to suppress prolactin production, high doses of pyridoxine can be given daily.

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Angela Linton asked:




When we supply our babies with ****** milk, this is one of the best things that we are doing for them as well as for ourselves as mothers. It may not always be possible for us to ****** feed our babies and therefore we may use a ****** pump to provide our babies with the milk. So in this case, we will need to know how to store it safely, so here goes.

What To Place It In

· Some ****** pumps come with its own “containers” for you to store the milk.

· You can use a sterilized baby bottle with a cover that prevents air from entering the bottle.

· Pre-sterilized nursing bags are manufactured to store ****** milk in.

· A sterilized cup with a cover that will keep air out of it.

Where To Store It

· It can be stored at the back of the refrigerator for a maximum of three (3) days. When it is stored in the back of the fridge, this will help to keep the milk cold at all times and therefore helps to prevent early spoilage.

· ****** milk could also be stored at room temperature for up to seven (7) hours. At specific room temperatures, it can last a bit longer. For example at 60 degrees Fahrenheit, at room temperature, it can last up to 24 hours.

· If you will be taking it to work with you, you can place in into a cooler with some ice, and this will help to keep it fresh.

Other Useful Tips

· Always make sure that you wash you hands with soap, before handling the ****** pump.
· Put the date, and you can add the time as well, on all the “containers” with milk.
· Always put fresh milk in a sterile “container” and do not add fresh ones with previously pumped ones.
· Do not store a large quantity of it at one setting. Store only small amounts.
· Talk with your health care provider about ****** feeding matters.

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Dr. Jim Greene asked:




When it comes to ****** lifts, you can either go under the knife in the form of a ****** augmentation, or you can choose a non invasive ****** augmentation. This non invasive ****** augmentation or a non surgical ****** lift as it is some times called. Regardless of what you call it, the surgical ****** lift is practically risk free and in some cases it can even be healthy for you. In most forms of non surgical ****** lifts, one would use a ****** pump which works by placing tension on the ******* in order to stimulate growth in the chest region.

These ****** pumps can be both electric as well as manual form, but they all do the same thing which is to help stimulate ****** growth. What it does is to pull on the epidermis creating a slight gap which in turn the body tries to fill up this gap in a manner which increases the ****** size.

Another form of non surgical ****** lift is that which is slightly invasive by the means of using thread and barbed hooks to but the pressure in the skin of the ******* which in turn has the same outcome as a ****** pump. The difference with the use of barbed hooks and thread is that the shape and contour of the finished product can be better controlled while at the same time allowing for a little more tissue growth than the use of a pump.

Besides using these types of ****** lifts, one may even opt for a natural enhancement. From various herbal remedies which focus on new tissue growth by the means of natural supplements to that of the hormone replacement therapy. In recent studies, it has been shown that an increase of estrogen will stimulate new cell growth where there was none previously. This can also include the increase of cell growth of ****** tissue.

No matter which alternative you choose, the outcome is the same. Some people can actually use a non surgical ****** lift with great outcomes however some may not be able to see any growth at all. When a natural or non invasive procedure fails to work your only real choice is to undergo a ****** augmentation, but it is worth it in some cases to try those that are risk free first then those which have certain risks.

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Eliu Cordova asked:




Breast pumps are an important part of a new mother’s arsenal those first few months when they bring Baby home from the hospital. This is particularly true if the mother decides to breastfeed. Although there are many ****** pumps being sold on the market today, you can narrow your search down to the three types of ****** pumps–electric, battery operated, and manual.

Electric ****** pumps are generally the fastest of the three in terms of pumping speed, and they’re also lightweight and easy to use. This type of ****** pump is a better option for busy mothers because of the speed with which they pump. So, if you’re particularly busy with multiple children, for example, or if you are a working mother, than the electric ****** pump may be what you need due to their speed and efficiency.

The next type of ****** pump I’m going to cover is the battery operated. These are great for moms who need to pump their ****** milk more than just a few times per week, and don’t expect to be near electrical outlets during that time. They’re also good for mothers who are expecting only short separations from their child and want to save some milk by pumping while they’re away. The convenience of this type of pump is the battery function and portability, which allows for the mother to pump with the speed of an electric pump, but without “plugging in.”

The last type of pump I’m going to cover is the manual ****** pump. These are usually the least expensive of the three, and are also lightweight and portable. Many mothers like this particular type of pump because they can directly control the pressure and frequency of pumps. Also, some women may find the suction intensity of electric or battery operated pumps too uncomfortable for regular use. They may instead opt for the control of the manual pump. Manual pumps are also quit and discreet, and these may be appropriate for pumping at work, or in other places where discretion is key.

I’ve covered the three main types of pumps. They are the electric which are good for regular pumping while at home, battery operated which are also good for regular pumping but are portable, and the manual which are portable, affordable, quiet, and allow moms to control pumping pressure. Which type of pump you choose will be determined by your own individual needs, but I hope this article will help you make your final decision.

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Luna’s Mommy asked:


I know medela is a very good breast pump. But is there others that are just as good, but not so expensive?? I need an electric pump REALLY REALLY bad!

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Jennifer Lynn Hanson asked:




When I first realized I was pregnant with our second child, my first thought was how was I going to be able to breastfeed this baby. I had just gotten into a pretty comfortable groove at work and although my boss was great about making my schedule flexible, I doubted he would allow me to go home every hour to feed the baby. I knew I was going to need a ****** pump but I wasn’t sure which one to buy. I looked at all the top brands and finally decided on a middle of the road ****** pump. It was reputable and got some good customer feedback and the price seemed reasonable. How disappointed I was!

It took me close to an hour each time I used it, just to get enough milk out for one feeding. Also, it was very loud and very uncomfortable. I got so frustrated with it I almost threw it away. Instead, I decided to put it in the shelf and I ordered a Medela In Style ****** pump. I had read about the Medela In Style when I had been reasearching pumps earlier but decided that it was just too expensive.

Thank goodness I bought it. It is an amazing pump. It utilizes a style of pumping that mimics a baby’s suckling. The suction is very fast and light to begin with, just like a baby. Then it slows down but uses a stronger suction. I get enough for a feeding after 10-15 minutes, depending on how full I am. Also, the ****** cups are super comfortable and don’t dig into my skin. The collection system is great and the milk very rarely drips during collection.

The Medela In Style ****** pump is not perfect. It is a little loud for my taste and I wish it was cheaper, but other than that it is incredible. My main advice to any mom looking for a ****** pump is to …

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Ashley Kate asked:




There are some surrogacy arrangements that include having the surrogate pump ****** milk after the child’s birth, if it is something she can do and essentially become a ****** feeding surrogate. There are, of course, differing opinions of the topic of ****** milk and surrogate babies. It can be actually be very healthy for the baby and beneficial to everyone involved as studies show that the nutritional benefits for the infant are overwhelming.

However, the process of pumping milk is very time consuming because as a rule of thumb the surrogate will have to express the milk approximately every three hours or there is a risk that the milk will run dry. In this case it includes having to pump the milk throughout the night so the surrogate mother will have to awaken several times during the night in order to pump the milk. So while ****** milk and surrogate babies go together well it can be quite a bit of additional work for the surrogate mothers.

Sometimes surrogate mothers have problems trying to pump mile as in the beginning your body produces colostrum, a rather oily and thick substance that isn’t milk but contains important antibodies that are designed to help the baby, however it can sometimes be impossible to use a ****** pump to extract it. It may take up to a week for the mother’s milk to come in and during that time she will still have to continue to attempt to pump it, every three hours, or there is a good chance that the milk may not come in at all. So while ****** milk and surrogate babies are an ideal match it can be an extremely difficult task for a surrogate mother.

It is important that the surrogate and the intended parents realize that a quality grade ****** pump is always the best choice. They are available for both rent and sale at most medical supply companies and sometimes the hospitals will offer them as well and normally the intended parents are the ones that cover the cost of the pump. When considering the use of ****** milk and surrogate babies quality is the most important aspect so if you have a high grade ****** milk pump that you have used with previous pregnancies then you may certainly continue to use that same pump.

Even though it is considered illegal to sell ****** milk the new parents should cover any costs that may be associated with the expressing and/or shipping of the milk. Some of the surrogate mothers receive some type of compensation for their time and effort involved with this pumping; however, others view it as a gift of health that they are giving for the baby’s overall well being. While ****** milk and surrogate babies are certainly a good choice not all surrogacy arrangements will actually deal with this process of pumping milk. It is a personal choice that should be left up to the new parents.

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Deirdre Morris asked:




Breastfeeding and Pain

Many women are led to believe that pain is part of the breastfeeding story and some new mothers experience excruciating pain in their ******* and *******.

Because even many professionals believe that pain is par for the course when help is sought to support breastfeeding, pumping or just getting on with it is often the advice we get. As a result mothers continue to suffer while being concerned about weight-gain and bonding with their baby.

Breastfeeding Without Pain

The truth is that pain is not part and parcel of breastfeeding. Your body was designed specifically to feed your baby with your *******. You baby was designed to be able to access your milk with his mouth.

Pain is your body’s way of letting you know that something is not quite right. Oftentimes it is the nature of the latch that is off in some way. And establishing a deep latch is a skill that needs to be learned by baby and mom. Or it could be the angle at which you are bringing your baby to the ******.

Even though breastfeeding is natural, it is a skill with many different components. Thankfully we can learn them and teach them to our baby so that joy in breastfeeding becomes our experience.

Breastfeeding Support

In order to experience breastfeeding success without pain, it is necessary to have the support of people who believe this is possible and can show you step by step how to achieve a pain-free latch and a beautiful breastfeeding experience with ease and joy.

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