Breast Pumping and Returning to Work
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLbgtUII0hk&feature=related This video helps you learn about breast pumps and how they work. They are a wonderful tool if you are planning on going back to work or want some time off from your baby. The video reveals the best time to pump and how to create a pumping schedule. Read More →
Breast Compression
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJrBRYxDNSE&NR=1 Dr Jack Newman reveals how to do breast compression to ensure the baby is getting the maximum milk and emptying the breast. Read More →
Latch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zln0LTkejIs The first video reveals what happens to your nipple inside the baby’s mouth while breastfeeding. It also explains the baby’s instinct to nurse and how it find the breast naturally. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ox8ht-EVnQA&NR=1 Dr Jack Newman, renown for his work with breastfeeding mothers... [Read more...]
Clutch Hold
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpwCl6DSMoA The clutch or football hold is another position you can use to nurse your baby. This video gives you a great look at how to position the baby and also how to prevent sore nipples with a good latch. Read More →
Introduction to Breastfeeding
We are thrilled that you want to breastfeed your baby and want to offer you all the help we can to get you under way. Key points of the video are: 1. Enlisting the help of a lactation consultant 2. Simple instruction on latch 3. Clogged ducts and how to treat them Read More →
Breastfeeding Positions
Positioning your baby is an important part of breastfeeding correctly especially in the beginning as this will as help the baby to have a good latch and maximize the amount of milk the baby receives. The video highlights: 1. Overview of various breastfeeding positions 2. How to establish a good latch 3. Alternating between breasts 4. Frequency of feedings Read More →
Lying Down
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A-clzn3QbA&feature=related The lying down position is great for mothers who have had a cesearian section as there is no pressure on the abdomen. It is also a great way for the mother and baby to relax and drift off to sleep and makes breastfeeding really easy if you are co-sleeping. Watch the video to see how it’s... [Read more...]
Cradle Hold
This video demonstrates the cradle hold which can be used for babies that have already established a good latch. Read More →
