by Michele Gaudette | Mar 31, 2021 | Uncategorized
Factors that can cause delayed milk production following delivery Book an appointment There are various factors that can affect a mother’s milk supply. They can be maternal factors, labor and delivery-related factors, newborn factors, and postpartum factors. ...
by Michele Gaudette | Dec 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Being cautious during the Holidays! Book an appointment 2020 has been a really tough year for most people for obvious reasons. Especially now, with the holidays upon us, we’re encouraged to not travel, stay home with immediate family only, and not entertain in groups...
by Michele Gaudette | Oct 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
Is it safe for mothers who use Marijuana, to breastfeed? Book an appointment Legalization of recreational Cannabis use in many states has rapidly led to increasing concerns in the medical community, specifically the potential health risks related to this drug, in...
by Michele Gaudette | Aug 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Updates To Covid-19(CoronaVirus) Transmission as of July 2020 Book an appointment There is an abundance of information circulating regarding Covid-19(CoronaVirus) transmission, yet so much is still unknown about the risks of transmission during pregnancy. ...
by Michele Gaudette | Jul 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Signs of a deep latch and a good feeding Book an appointment Regardless of the position you choose to hold your baby, a good, deep latch-on is the key factor in a good feeding. Signs of a deep latch: The baby has a deep latch with an angle of 140* in which the lips...
by Michele Gaudette | May 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Benefits of Skin-to-Skin Book an appointment Becoming a parent involves making important decisions about caring for your new baby. One of the simplest ways to care for your baby right after delivery is by placing baby skin-to-skin on mom’s chest. ...
by Michele Gaudette | Apr 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Should A Breastfeeding Mom Use a Pacifier For Her Baby? The early introduction of a pacifier can interfere with your baby’s ability to latch on and breastfeed. It’s so important in early stages of breastfeeding to pay close attention to baby’s hunger cues; this is...
by Michele Gaudette | Apr 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Donor Breast Milk Book an appointment Donated breast milk helps to save the lives of premature and sick babies whose mother’s are unable to provide them with sufficient breast milk of their own. Milk banks in the USA and UK strive to look after donors and make the...
by Michele Gaudette | Apr 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Do Mother’s Require More Calories During Breastfeeding? Book an appointment Yes, mother’s specifically require more calories to meet their nutritional needs during breastfeeding. According to the CDC(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)-”An additional 450-500...
by Michele Gaudette | Apr 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
Breastfeeding with Covid-19 (CoronaVirus) Book an appointment During this time when the Covid-19 (CoronaVirus) pandemic is rampant, can a Mom breastfeed her baby if she has symptoms of Covid-19 (CoronaVirus) or has a (+) confirmed test result? Yes, a Mom can still...
