Breastfeeding : Real Mums Tell You How

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49195789231344225192011-11-27T16:07:14.977-08:00Breastfeeding : Real Mums Tell You HowAll you need to know to feed your baby both breast and bottle with advice from real mums. No guilt or pressure, just realistic advice from today's mordern mums.Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.comBlogger221100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-91585913550116263552011-03-07T15:36:00.000-08:002011-03-07T16:21:15.739-08:00International Women's Day - what do I really want out of life?

Today is International Women's Day! Women all over the world will today take a little time out to think about how as a 'sex' we have come a long way in our fight for equality. Yetthe role women have been fighting for is coming into question by none other than the woman herself. What do I want out of life, when should I be having children, what's more important to me work or family and can I

BRINGING HOME BABYBringing home a new baby is the most joyous time in a woman’s life yet for some women the weeks preceding their babies arrival can be filled with tears and sadness. Adjusting to a lack of sleep can be just the start of difficulties for many new mums especially those who are struggling with breastfeeding. Statistics tell us that in fact 80% of women struggle with breastfeeding,

Breast Feeding & Post Natal Depression If you're a breastfeeding mother, postpartum depression needs to be on your watch list. As scary as it sounds, it’s a reality for more mothers than we realise. Having a baby causes so many changes in a woman’s life. The demands of caring for a new baby 24/7 and the accompanying lack of sleep, combined with the hormonal shifts of pregnancy and childbirth,

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-75716542558715517372010-08-05T16:57:00.000-07:002010-08-05T17:16:08.831-07:00Breastfeeding at Work

What a terrific new policy that has just come out for working and breastfeeding mums.The Qld and NSW goverments have now both implemented a policy for government workplaces that allow women up to 1 hour of paid 'lactation break' which will allow them to breastfeed or express milk. This is a great step in encouraging women to continue breastfeeding for longer and also to help skilled and trained

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-66978348924620793702010-07-07T15:17:00.000-07:002010-07-07T16:04:04.381-07:00BPA - What is it?

Back in the news again today is the issue of BPA in plastics and baby products. I have been asked my one of my readers Kate to share my knowledge on the harmful chemical BPA and further explain its dangers. I have taken an extract from my book - 'Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You How'.Bisphenol A (BPA) is a synthetic chemical compound used in a wide range of consumer products. It is found in many

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-5273202105356333902010-06-28T21:02:00.000-07:002010-06-28T21:06:08.986-07:00Breastfeeding is creepy?? Discuss

With all the hullabaloo this week about comments made by Kathryn Blundell editor of Mother and Baby magazine UK, that "Breastfeeding is Creepy" and how she refers to her breasts as "Fun Bags", I took to the streets to ask mums their thoughts.Wow there is certainly some controversy but I tell you, there were some surprising comments, in fact a few people somewhat agreed. Perhaps the word "creepy"

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-76879465709689321522010-06-22T21:07:00.000-07:002010-06-22T21:07:10.810-07:00Pregnancy and Baby Products needed for Baby Show Bag

Pregnancy and Baby Products needed for Baby Show Bag

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-19964736534137121362010-06-21T21:55:00.000-07:002010-06-21T21:55:26.371-07:00News - Do You Agree With Kim Kardashian's Disgust at Breastfeeding in Public? - Moms & Babies - UsMagazine.com

News - Do You Agree With Kim Kardashian's Disgust at Breastfeeding in Public? - Moms & Babies - UsMagazine.com

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-79567732541597548502010-06-15T16:38:00.000-07:002010-06-15T16:52:46.831-07:00How to Wean

I have been asked this a lot lately so I thought I would cover the basics of weaning your baby.This exert has been taken from the book - Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You How, available at http://www.breastfeedingbook.com.au/ and at leading bookstores.HOW DO I WEAN MY BABY??- Once you have decided to wean, for whatever reason, personal or medical then you must be prepared to make some changes and

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-81125050899574078262010-06-08T14:31:00.000-07:002010-06-08T15:10:45.878-07:00Alcohol during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding

This is certainly a contentious issue and one that needs to be spoken about. See the article about the new study that has come out at the link provided.http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/one-in-three-mums-drinks-alcohol-while-pregnant-or-breastfeeding-study/story-e6frf7jo-1225876678031Not long ago I watched a programme on SBS about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome which is caused by a mother drinking alcohol

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-5467643334303294772010-06-03T15:11:00.000-07:002010-06-03T15:11:19.667-07:00Breastfeeding Needs A New Marketing Mindset: Part 1

Breastfeeding Needs A New Marketing Mindset: Part 1A great post, definitely worth a read. What are your thoughts?

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-91552134347636306322010-06-01T14:28:00.000-07:002010-06-01T14:33:40.579-07:00Tell Me yYour Thoughts to Win

Morning,As I mentioned, exciting things are in the pipeline and I need your help.If you can anwer the following questions for me you go into the draw to win a pamper pack (Aust. only).1) What forms of media to you regularly use2) If you were searching for information for anything to do with your children, where do you go to?a) Familyb) Online - if so where .......................c) Magazines, TV

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-59427695299822671502010-05-30T16:39:00.000-07:002010-05-30T16:52:53.409-07:00Top Ten Breastfeeding Tips from real mums cont:

Welcome back to the Top Ten Breastfeeding Tips from real mums.this is another exert from the best seller - "Breastfeeding: Real Mums Tell You How" by author and mother Melissa Macdonald.So we are up to number six -6) It shouldn't hurt - it will feel uncomforable and may sting or feel like pins and needles initally when your milk is 'let down' but after a while this should subside. If your nipple

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-49121402595237561362010-05-24T23:20:00.000-07:002010-05-24T23:20:04.132-07:00Top Ten Breastfeeding Tips from real mums

Exert from - Breastfeeding Real Mums Tell You How by Melissa Macdonald - www.breastfeedingbook.com.auAn essential item for all pregnant women and new mums - keep it in your nappy bag or on your night dresser." What do you need to do to give yourself the best chance at breastfeeding?1. Be informed - make sure you read Breastfeeding Real Mums Tell You How by Melissa Macdonald (available at

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-51220094201898649312010-05-18T00:50:00.001-07:002010-05-18T02:40:33.880-07:00Book Signing

Melissa Macdonald - author of Breastfeeding Real Mums Tell You How will be appearing at Chatswood Chase Angus and Robertson at 2:30pm on Saturday the 22nd of May to sign copies of her book. See you all there.http://www.breastfeedingbook.com.au/

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-86104994837956969362010-05-16T17:08:00.001-07:002010-05-16T17:08:21.485-07:00Breast-Fed Babies Know When to Say When - US News and World Report

Breast-Fed Babies Know When to Say When - US News and World ReportPosted using ShareThis

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-20749366112351425562010-05-11T21:40:00.001-07:002010-05-11T21:42:13.589-07:00Exciting things in the pipeline

Hi all,The book has now hit bookstores and is selling really well. The feedback has been fabulous and we have had lots of media coverage. There are a few exciting things in the pipeline for tv and radio so I will keep you posted. Check out our latest media coverage online at www.breastfeedingbook.com.au. I will post a new article next week - there's lots happening out there.xx

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-10464512863157366012010-05-03T17:55:00.000-07:002010-05-03T17:55:15.441-07:00Check out this great MSN Video: Re-writing the rules of breastfeeding

Check out this great MSN Video: Re-writing the rules of breastfeeding

Come and See Melissa Macdonald this Saturday the 24th April at Borders bookstoreWestfield @ 1pm in the 'parenting section' on level 6

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-91861320613230351542010-04-03T16:01:00.000-07:002010-04-03T16:12:55.404-07:00Breastfeeding Out and About

Breastfeeding or Bottle Feeding, the debate lives on and women are finding when they are out of the home in public they are being scrutinized which ever way they are choosing to feed their baby.Why is it anyone elses business I'd like to know?Some mothers don't like to feed in public for various reasons including embarrassment, breast size or look of their breasts and feeding in front of males.

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-36953048667530397842010-03-29T15:17:00.000-07:002010-03-29T15:40:21.154-07:00Why are so many women failing at breastfeeding?

The longitudinal study of Australian children conducted in 2004 showed that while 92 perecent of newborns were initially breastfed, by one week this dropped to 80% and declined further to 56% by three months. So why are so many women giving up?Well it seems that a lack of information and support is much to blame. Breastfeeding is still a 'taboo' subject and many women just presume breastfeeding

Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You Howhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14355293294623739449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919578923134422519.post-28985588156250993542010-03-27T21:43:00.000-07:002010-03-27T21:51:05.650-07:00Welcome

Welcome to the first blog for "Breastfeeding:Real Mums Tell You How".This is a blog that is aimed at helping pregnant women and new mothers learn to feed their babies both breast and bottle.Unlike all the other books and blogs out there that focus on guilting mothers into solely breastfeeding, like its the only option, we are about giving you a no guilt and zero pressure approach with advice and

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