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You can be a feminist and still acknowledge that breast is “best”…
We’ve all heard the term, “fed is best” yes? That in order to be feminist and/or support infant feeding “choices” we also have to ignore that actually WHAT we are feeding our babies does in fact...
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The photo that was banned from my Facebook page…
I have a bit of a history of photos being banned from my Milk Meg Facebook page. Remember back in the day when Facebook banned EVERY SINGLE PHOTO that included a breast? Even ones that happened to have...
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Milk Meg Video: Breastfeeding Toddlers…Why even do it?! And is it normal?
I’m so excited to announce my FIRST video that is apart of my new series: “Keep On Boobin’ With The Milk Meg”!! Woohoo! My first topic is, “Breastfeeding Toddlers”. Check it out here and please click...
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Milk Meg Video: Pumping! How to pump more breastmilk
Have questions about pumping? In previous blog posts I have written about all things pumping including POWER PUMPING and INCREASING SUPPLY! I have combined all of my pumping information into one...
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Milk Meg Video: How can I stop breastfeeding over-night?!
Have questions about gentle night-weaning without cry it out or sleep training? In previous blog posts I have written about sleep including this topic of night-weaning! I have put a brief overview of...
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4 Myths that can derail your breastfeeding journey!
I recently had a consultation with someone who has received some very outdated and simply incorrect advice from her health care professionals. Unfortunately what she was told is not uncommon for women...
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Should I give my baby a pacifier?
Pacifiers, dummie, binky, paci…whatever you call it, the pacifier is one of the most controversial baby items. Some people say, “Never introduce one!” Others swear it’s the best thing since sliced...
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Kalina’s journey with recurrent mastitis, pain and tongue tie…
When I met Kalina she was at the end of her rope. She had experienced mastitis while breastfeeding her now 8.5 month old, over and over again (a total of ELEVEN TIMES). Her baby continued to show signs...
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What’s the difference between gentle night-weaning and sleep training?
Most of us have heard the terms “sleep training” and “self-settling” however far less parents have heard the term, “gentle night-weaning”. For those of you who would like an alternative to sleep...
View ArticleHow do I introduce a bottle to my breastfed baby? And do I have to just in case?
How do you introduce a bottle to a breastfed baby? And do you have to introduce on “just in case” they need it in the future? There are lots of different things you have to think about including if/or...
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My baby breastfeeds to sleep…how will I ever be able to leave them?
“Will I ever be able to leave my baby?! I’m the only one who can put them to sleep!” I completely understand the anxiety surrounding this. Most of us in the early days can ignore the naysayers who tell...
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The loneliness of miscarriage…my husband’s perspective of loss.
I came home this afternoon and my husband said to me, “I wrote something today. You can use it for your blog if you want.” I took a double take. For the past 7 years of blogging there have been a total...
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Breastfeed, pump, top-up. Tips for “Triple feeding” and how to eventually stop.
“Your baby is losing weight so you need to do the following: breastfeed, pump and then top your baby up with that pumped milk.” This is the most common advice women received when their baby is not...
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Conflicting breastfeeding advice…Who should I listen to?
There is one thing that happens sometimes during a breastfeeding consultation that makes me CRINGE inside. Yup! I’m making myself cringe! When does this happen? When I’m giving suggestions to a mother...
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Do I REALLY have to worry about foremilk and hindmilk?
“You have to wait and let your breasts fill up for three hours before you feed again. If you feed them too quickly then your milk won’t be fatty enough.” “Your milk is too watery. That’s why your baby...
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A Guide to breastfed baby’s poop!
*Please note, this is a GENERAL GUIDE to breastfed baby poop. Not medical advice. If you are in any way concerned about your baby’s general health and wellbeing, please seek help from your GP. If you...
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What to do when your baby won’t latch
When we have our babies and are planning to breastfeed, it can be heartbreaking and frustrating when our baby just won’t latch on. Mothers will often think, “What is wrong with me?! What am I doing...
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Pregnancy, breastfeeding and COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
*This will be updated frequently to reflect the most current guidelines and recommendations. This article is to provide general information and is not medical advice. Contact your health care...
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How to monitor your baby’s growth, wellbeing and breastfeeding IN ISOLATION!
Recently I had a virtual consultation with a woman who lives in New York. She is currently in one of the worst “hot spots” of COVID-19 in the USA and has just given birth to a baby a couple of week...
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No. You don’t have to leave your child alone and crying to go to sleep.
I read an article recently that almost made me cry. It’s about a celebrity that is really struggling to get her toddler to sleep. My heart breaks for her for two reasons. Firstly, because I completely...
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