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Feed with Confidence- Sarah Watson and Baby Avalyn’s Story Our Feed with Confidence awards 2018 received over 500 nominations, celebrating people and places across the UK who support breastfeedin... What makes Lansinoh HPA® Lanolin special? We are asked quite frequently, what sets Lansinoh HPA® Lanolin apart from the competition… so we have summed it up for you in 3 simple p... Pump, Store, Feed & Care Breastfeeding is a 24/7 job, but of course in reality it’s a very hard expectation to live up to. Mums want the best for their baby, but... Nutrition During Pregnancy Having a balanced diet during pregnancy is important for the health of you and your baby. One of the most common misconceptions is that ... Teething At around 6 months old your baby’s teeth will start to come through, some teeth won’t cause your baby discomfort but unfortunately other... Getting Back Into Shape Just given birth and wanting to lose weight? 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When you first begin to breastfeed your new-born, you may be anxious to know exactly how much milk he is getting and how much milk baby ... Breastfeeding Siblings, Twins or More Expecting Multiples NICE Guidance (2011) advises care for women expecting multiples should be provided by a nominated multidisciplinary ... How to Store Expressed Breast milk Breast milk is the best possible food to help your baby develop and grow. It contains antibodies, live cells and other substances to hel... Feeding Expressed Breastmilk Feeding time! You’ll be spending quite a bit of time feeding your little one especially in the first months, which will give you the cha... Baby’s First Feed Read breastfeeding advice and what to expect in the first few days after your baby has been born. Including why colostrum is so importan... Breastfeeding Diet You do not need to take in lots of extra calories while you are breastfeeding, nor do you need to eat anything special –just make sure t... Breast Pumping Basics – How To Express Breast Milk Expressing breastmilk is the act of removing milk from your breast, either by hand or using a manual or electric pump. When to start exp... Returning To Work However, this does not mean that you have to stop breastfeeding. You could: request flexible working hours organise child care close t... Back To Work Checklist If you will be returning to work and intend to continue breastfeeding your baby, make sure that you have chosen a breast pump you are co... Top Breast Pumping Tips Here are a few more tips to help you pump successfully: 1) One of the most important things you need to do is to keep yourself hydrated,... Paced Responsive Feeding The style of bottle feeding currently being used has been associated with various increased risks, including overfeeding – which can lea... Cluster Feeding What is Cluster Feeding? Breastfed newborns need to feed frequently – at least 8-12 times in a 24 hour period. This is because breastmil... Looking after Yourself Most new mothers feel excited about getting to know their baby, but you may also feel very tired physically and emotionally as your body... Love Hormones All of these feelings are natural and oxytocin helps the ‘let-down’ reflex when we breastfeed. It also tends to make you feel relaxed ... What To Bring (and Wear) When Out and About With Baby Reducing the number of items you take out with you for baby’s needs seems an impossible task. If travelling by car it can be helpful to... Breastfeeding Positions Proper positioning of both mother and baby when breastfeeding, and in particular the attachment of the baby to the breast, enables your ... Sore Nipples Many mothers report nipples to be sore and tender at first. Don’t panic if this happens to you, it is quite a common challenge that mums... A Guide to Engorgement, Blocked Milk Ducts and Mastitis What is engorgement? On the whole, breast engorgement is a great reassurance for mothers and lovely feedback to tell her breasts are res... Breastfeeding In Public Breastfeeding in public can be a daunting thought for any breastfeeding mum. It can be very scary to get your breasts out in front of a ... Breastfeeding on Holiday Whether you’re holidaying in the UK or abroad this summer, we’ve got some helpful tips that’ll support your breastfeeding journey while ... Breastfeeding – The Early Days In the first days, you and your baby are getting to know each other and everything is new to both of you. While breastfeeding is a natur... Latching On Video Making sure you achieve a comfortable and correct latch for you and you baby is essential to supporting your breastfeeding journey. ... The importance and benefits of breastfeeding for mother and baby Breastfeeding is very important for your baby and for you. That’s why here at Lansinoh we have put together some information to help you... Breastfeeding and Teething The newborn period is over and hopefully you and your baby’s breastfeeding relationship is working well for both of you. The first year ... Travelling with your Little One The key point is to plan well in advance – good preparation will lead to a more relaxed time during your journey and whilst you are away... How to Express Breastmilk There are many reasons to express your breastmilk. If you’re returning to work or planning a night out with friends, but wish to continu... Baby’s First Cuddle – Skin to Skin You are looking forward to seeing and holding your baby. The first contact between you and your baby is such an important one. It should... Pregnancy and the Novel Coronavirus What Pregnant Mums Should Know About Coronavirus You haven’t even met your baby yet, but you’re doing everything that you can to ensure ... Expecting your first baby? 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Ultrasound scans 10-13 week dating scans Between 10-13 weeks you will receive a Dating Scan which establishes your due date. During this scan, the sonogr... Top Tips For Mums To Be Telling loved ones For many expectant parents, making that first decision to break the pregnancy news to family and friends may seem a l... Pregnancy Diet However, this does not mean ‘eating for two’. Your pregnant body is even more efficient at making use of the energy you get from the fo... A Guide To Exercise During Pregnancy Exercise during pregnancy Being pregnant doesn’t mean you have to stop your exercise regime and become less active. According to the NHS... Preparing for Baby’s Arrival – Hospital Bag Checklist 18th November 2021 Preparing for baby’s arrival is one of the most exciting adventures you’ll have during pregnancy! So much to do and o... Bringing Baby Home The wait is over, and it is time to bring your baby home from hospital. 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