As a new mom, it can be overwhelming to navigate all the changes that come with breastfeeding. But with the right information and support, you can get through the first few weeks with ease. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at what to expect during the early days of breastfeeding and how to make the experience as smooth as possible. Step 1: Get used to the process “It can take a little time to get the hang of breastfeeding. Don’t be discouraged if you’re feeling frustrated at first. Just keep trying, and remember that you and your baby are learning together.” – Laura, mom of two “Experiment with different holds, such as the cradle hold, the cross-cradle hold, or the football hold, to see what works best for you and your baby.” – Sarah, mom of three Step 2: Deal with discomfort “Breastfeeding can be uncomfortable at first,…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. As a new breastfeeding parent, one of your primary concerns is whether you have enough milk. If you don’t bottle feed your baby, it can be hard to know how much milk they’re getting. Even if things are going smoothly, you may wonder at some point whether your milk supply is satiating the demands of your baby. At times, you might suspect that your milk supply is decreasing. If you’ve been having these concerns, read on to understand your milk supply better and know what you can do to increase the supply. Signs of Decreasing Milk Supply Dehydration is one sign of decreasing milk supply. If your young one hasn’t…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. This post is written by my friend and amazing physical therapist, Dr. Jena Bradley, DPT. Make sure to check out her FREE 5-Day Restore Your Core program to jump-start you into healing and working out. Did you just recently have a newborn baby and have been wondering when is the right time to start working out again? Knowing when to start working out after having a newborn is not a one size fits all kind of answer. And starting a postpartum workout is not something you just do without having some medical guidance from a professional. I’m a physical therapist, and I want to make sure you are fully educated…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. Counting macros for weight loss while breastfeeding can be a very effective way to lose weight, maintain muscle, and completely change your body after a baby. I personally do not count macros and preach a program based on eating clean and learning real hunger and full cues. I believe this is really important for long-term success, BUT a macro plan can provide the structure a new mom needs to stay within her calories and make the most of those calories. Let’s look at what macro counting is, and how it can be very beneficial for postpartum weight loss while breastfeeding. What is Macro Counting? Counting your macros is a more…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. Your body is brand new after baby. In fact, it becomes a completely new body that you may not recognize, but this body is completely capable of being fit, fabulous and full of health. As a Pre/Post Natal Fitness Specialist, I believe and know that our bodies are in fact eager to repair and recover after birth, as well as let go of unneeded weight and fully nourish a tiny human being. Teaching new and seasoned mommies to love and nourish their bodies for healing and health is my passion. Sharing knowledge and encouragement, along with helpful tools and programs is the best way I can do this in order…