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A Guide To Help Moms Wean From Breastfeeding Gently, Safely And Painlessly. Perfect For Breastfeeding Moms Who Would Like To Know How To Express Breast Milk, Stop Lactation, Feed Solids Or First Foods To Baby, And Overcome Weaning Problems.

From: Wendi Blaire

Re: Why It’s Absolutely, Vitally Important That You Wean Your Baby From Breastfeeding The Gentle Way – For Your Sake And For Your Baby’s Sake!

Dear Breastfeeding Mom,

Having a new born baby can be fun and exciting. Bonding with your child and getting to know your little one is one of the most rewarding things you can ever do! Your little baby was definitely worth the nine month wait! For mothers, breastfeeding is a completely unique way of bonding and being connected to your child. The magic of breastfeeding is something nothing in this world can replace.

As much as you love nurturing and nourishing your child, though, the reality is that you do have other responsibilities, and you do have to Read more…

“Breast Feeding”

When you hold your baby for the first time in the delivery room, you should put his lips to your breast.  Although your mature milk hasn’t developed yet, your breasts are still producing a substance known as colostrum that helps to protect your baby from infections.

If your baby has trouble finding or staying on your nipple, you shouldn’t panic.  Breast feeding is an art that will require a lot of patience and a lot of practice.  No one expects you to be an expert when you first start, so you shouldn’t hesitate to ask for advice or have a nurse show you what you need to do. Read more…

“Breast Feeding Positioning“

For some people, the process of breast feeding seems to come natural, although there’s a level of skill required for successful feeding and a correct technique to use.  Incorrect Breast Feeding Positioning is one of the biggest reasons for unsuccessful feeding and it can even injure the nipple or breast quite easily.

By stroking the baby’s cheek with the nipple, the baby will open its mouth towards the nipple, which should then be pushed in so that the baby will get a mouthful of nipple and areola.  This breast feeding position is known as latching on.  A lot of women prefer to wear a nursing bra to allow easier access to the breast than other normal bras. Read more…