When breastfeeding isn’t going well, it’s a good idea to check for tongue tie. Sore nipples, clicking, difficulty latching, a shallow latch, or baby not drinking enough milk at the breast etc are all signs and symptoms of tongue tie. And it may well be! But there are many other reasons for these (and other)… Continue reading Eight reasons for breastfeeding difficulties (other than tongue tie)
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Supporting baby to latch: Listening to baby body language
As an IBCLC, I have seen my fair share of babies who are fussy at the breast or those who refuse to latch at all. I try to help babies to latch, without using my hands, to empower the mother, or to help the baby to find their own way to the breast. Some babies… Continue reading Supporting baby to latch: Listening to baby body language
Top six reasons your baby would benefit from cranio.
Cranio is a holistic, gentle treatment that supports the nervous system to down-regulate, which triggers the body’s own self-healing mechanism. Because it is so gentle, it is perfect to use with babies. Plus babies systems are so potent and ready to shift easily back to balance - some just need a little cranio support. Because… Continue reading Top six reasons your baby would benefit from cranio.
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