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clairewalsh84
May 10, 20232 min read
Sleep!
Sleep . There is no getting around the sleep deprivation that comes with a new baby. New parents can feel a sense of failure or like they...
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clairewalsh84
Feb 28, 20232 min read
Adjusting to parenthood.
Becoming a parent is a massive change in your life. There are huge expectations. We are sold an image of parenthood and how it should...
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clairewalsh84
Feb 7, 20231 min read
Positioning and attachment
Some key points to remember! Before you start ensure you are comfortable. You may be in this position for a good period of time! Have...
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clairewalsh84
Jan 20, 20232 min read
Antenatal expressing of colostrum
More women are asking for information on antenatal expressing/harvesting of colostrum. It can provide a safety net! It is great to have...
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clairewalsh84
Jan 20, 20232 min read
Combination feeding
This is another topic I was asked for some information on. While exclusive breastfeeding is advised for the first 6 months, some families...
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clairewalsh84
Jan 20, 20232 min read
Breastfeeding and teeth
A common question I was asked when breastfeeding my toddlers was, are you not afraid they will bite you? This did happen to me on...
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clairewalsh84
Dec 30, 20221 min read
Growth Spurts.
Your baby will grow most rapidly during their first year. This happens in the form of growth spurts, which are short, intense bursts of...
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clairewalsh84
Dec 1, 20222 min read
Breastfeeding and Christmas.
There can be lots of excitement and activity leading up to the Christmas holidays. You may be planning trips to meet family and friends....
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clairewalsh84
Nov 21, 20221 min read
Baby wearing
⭐️ Slings or carriers provide a gentle way of transitioning babies from the calm environment of the womb to that of the outside world....
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clairewalsh84
Nov 16, 20223 min read
Top tips for a successful feeding journey.
Breastfeeding rates in Ireland have slightly improved. According to new HSE figures, there was a 5% point increase in the number of...
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clairewalsh84
Nov 14, 20221 min read
All about your baby's poo.
You can actually tell quite a bit from your baby's stool. The colour, consistency and frequency can provide some valuable information...
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clairewalsh84
Nov 9, 20222 min read
Your ever changing breastmilk.
You hear all the time about changing breastmilk that is tailored to meet your baby's needs. But what exactly does this mean? Did you know...
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clairewalsh84
Nov 7, 20222 min read
Your baby's senses and how they help breastfeeding!
Your baby is born with innate instincts that help them to find the breast and breastfeed. They use all their senses to do this! Sight...
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clairewalsh84
Nov 4, 20221 min read
All you need to know about breast compressions!
What you need to know? Babies respond to milk flow. Over the course of a breastfeed milk flow slows. In the early days especially, a baby...
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clairewalsh84
Nov 1, 20222 min read
The Letdown reflex
This happens when your baby sucks at your breast, nerves are stimulated and hormones are released. The hormone prolactin stimulates milk...
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clairewalsh84
Oct 26, 20222 min read
Self-care
Becoming a parent is one of the biggest changes you will ever experience. We are sold this image of parenthood and how it should look....
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clairewalsh84
Oct 24, 20222 min read
Cycle of top ups.
After reading the initial findings from a national study “Breastfeeding support in Ireland'' by Bainne Beatha. It has got me thinking...
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clairewalsh84
Oct 20, 20223 min read
Your Guide to buying a breast pump.
Buying a breast pump can be overwhelming. There are so many different types and ranges of prices. Buying a breast pump before your baby...
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clairewalsh84
Oct 17, 20223 min read
Returning to work and breastfeeding
Returning to work after maternity leave can be an anxious time. It is a period of change for everyone. It is also a time when you may...
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