Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
June 11, 2023
With the warmer weather, the heat makes us sweat more and our need for fluids increases. Parents often ask themselves whether breast milk is really enough for their baby in the warmer months - or whether water should be offered from time to time in the heat. Here is the short answer: No. For all of those who want to know more details, please read on.
Why breast milk quenches baby's thirst
You might think, if you only drink milk, you don't get enough water. However, this does not apply to breast milk. Mother Nature has devised an ingenious system to ensure that little human babies survive in the best possible way, even in the heat. And not only in this country, when the temperature is above 30 degrees for a few days, but also in the tropics and even in the desert. Breast milk consists of 88 percent water, so if you breastfeed your baby,
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
May 30, 2023
Breast/chest feeding is the most natural thing in the world. However, for some it can be challenging, yet somehow it is so easy for others. Lift your top, latch your baby in a relaxed position, done! Once you decide you want to try breast/chest feeding, so many questions suddenly arise. Our experienced midwife and babywearing consultantKatrin Ritter knows this situation only too well. That's why we've collected our most frequently asked questions from new parents and had Katrin provide you with her expert advice in the answers below.
Breastfeeding tips: The 10 most frequently asked questions about breast/chest feeding:
1. Baby falls asleep while breast/chest feeding - is that bad?
The smaller your baby is,
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
April 24, 2023
Introducing solids to your baby is an exciting milestone, but it is very important to pay attention to allergens and to offer them to baby in the best way. By paying attention to these foods, you will be able to act effectively if baby is indeed allergic and adapt his diet accordingly. In this blog we will share "How do you introduce allergy foods to babies?"
What are the different allergens for babies?
There are 14 allergenic foods that you should be aware of when your baby is introduced to solid food. Among these we can find fairly basic products such as eggs, fish, shellfish, nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, etc.), celery, mustard, milk, soya, lupines (a legume), sesame and molluscs. There are also product components such as gluten (wheat, rye, barley, oats), peanuts and sulphites (food additives).
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
April 02, 2023
You’ve finally mastered milk feeds with your little one and suddenly it’s time to start complementary feeding. Happy National Weaning Week!
It can be an exciting and messy adventure, but fear not, we are here to help you navigate the weaning journey.
Perhaps you have noticed lately that your little one has started to learn how to self-regulate for themself? Your little one is probably more aware of their surroundings, can hold their head on their own and sit up unaided.
Your baby may be able to coordinate their eyes, hands and mouth so that they can look at toys or food, pick them up and possibly place them in their mouth. If so, these are signs that your baby is ready for complementary feeding. What does this mean?
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
March 07, 2023
There is nothing better for mum and baby than breast/chest feeding. A well-functioning breast/chest feeding relationship is something wonderful. But what few people talk about is: inflamed nipples, milk retention and mastitis which can also cause a lot of pain for new mums. If left untreated, or treated too late, mastitis can even lead to abscesses.
We don't want to scare you, we just want you to be aware and get to know your body better. This way you can prevent unpleasant complications of breast/chest feeding or recognise and treat them early on.
Health & Wellness
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
February 20, 2023
An international study reveals that only one in three women is satisfied with their breasts/chest, leading many to consider cosmetic or reconstructive surgery for enlargement, reduction, lifting, or augmentation. A common concern among these women is the potential impact on their ability to breastfeed post-operation. We would like to take this opportunity to explain to you, to what extent breast/chest feeding is possible at all with breast/chest implants or after a reduction, what the milk production potential depends on and what you can to make the most of it.
Is it possible to Breast/chest feeding with breast/chest implants?
According to the NHS, it is possible for you to breast/chest feed with implants. However, it does depend on the size and placement of the implants and the type of surgery you've had. If the incisions are under the
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
February 03, 2023
Whether big or small, round or pointy, firm or soft - did you know that only one in three women is satisfied with her breasts, according to an international team of researchers? However, we all naturally want our breasts/chest to stay healthy. And for that, it is important that we consciously dedicate ourselves to our breasts/chest. On February 4th, World Cancer Day, we're reminded of the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness. Ergobaby proudly supports Pink Ribbon Belgium, a nonprofit dedicated to combating breast cancer. Apart from the fact that your breasts are an important part of you and simply deserve to be loved, it is also the case that six out of 10 breast cancers are discovered by women themselves.
Take the test: How well do you know your breasts/chest?
Hey there, boobies - nice to meet you!
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
November 22, 2022
Of course, breast milk is the best food for babies. We all agree on that. But breast/chest feeding in public? This can be a hotly debated topic. It is not only those around you who are sometimes embarrassed when a lactating person shows her breasts/chest in a café (or elsewhere). Many mothers-to-be also dread being eyed bare-breasted in public. But always remember, breast/chest feeding, even in front of others, is quite normal and natural. After a little while and a little practice, you'll get used to it and you'll probably be relaxed and shameless about breast/chest feeding anywhere. At least that's our experience. But of course it's important to us that you feel comfortable in your own skin and in the situation at all times and that's why we have a few tips to help you get started.
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
November 22, 2022
In parts one and two of our series on breast/chest feeding problems, our midwife Katrin Ritter explained what makes a good start to breast/chest feeding and how correct latching on works.
But what happens if you still can't cope or you have one or two other problems? In hospitals there are often trained breastfeeding counsellors (IBCLC) who have thorough training and can help. Otherwise, a midwife with breast/chest feeding experience, or breast/chest feeding support networks can always help.
Here are some of the most common reasons for early weaning.
What can have a negative effect on breast/chest feeding:
Oxytocin administration during birth as a medicine. This can disrupt the maternal oxytocin system,
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
Expert Tips for Parents
October 18, 2022
"What, you're breast/chest feeding your baby to sleep?" "Don't do that or they never be able to fall asleep without you." How many times have you heard this?
You are certainly not the only ones. In the first few months, many babies are breast/chest fed or bottle-fed to fall asleep. In fact, it's almost impossible to prevent your baby from falling asleep while drinking when they are is still so small.
And let's say it up front, that's perfectly okay in the early stages. It helps you bond and ensures that all your baby's nutritional needs are met. You can also think of it as nature's superpower, or a tool to soothe newborns and soothe them into a restful sleep. This is quite natural as young babies sleep 14-18 hours in the first few weeks anyway.
How sleep changes