What is a nursing strike? If a baby who has been quite happily breastfeeding suddenly starts to refuse the breast it could be a "nursing strike”. Sometimes this can be mistaken for the baby wanting to stop breastfeeding, but a baby who is ready to wean usually does so over a period of time. In … [Read more...] about Nursing strikes
Breastfeeding Information
Bwydo ar y fron
Dechrau cynnar Daliwch eich baban croen wrth groen cyn gynted ag y bydd wedi ei eni. Anogwch eich babi i fwydo ar y fron cyn gynted â phosibl. Cydio • Gwnewch yn siŵr eich bod yn gyfforddus ac wedi ymlacio – eisteddwch neu gorweddwch gyda rhywbeth yn cynnal eich cefn. • Cadwch eich bron … [Read more...] about Bwydo ar y fron
Hanfodion Bwydo ar y Fron
Mae bwydo ar y fron yn normal a naturiol ond efallai y bydd yn cymryd amser i chi a’ch baban ddysgu. Bwydwch ar y fron yn gynnar Bwydwch ar y fron yn aml Colostrwm Dysgwch i fwydo ar y fron yn gyfforddus Gadewch iddo gymryd llaeth nes yn llawn Chwiliwch am arwyddion ei fod yn llwglyd Rhowch … [Read more...] about Hanfodion Bwydo ar y Fron
A yw fy mabi’n cael digon o laeth?
Sut allwch chi ddweud os yw’ch babi’n cael digon o laeth? Mewn byd ble mae popeth wedi ei fesur, gall methu gweld faint o laeth mae’ch bronnau’n cynhyrchu beri gofid i chi. Dilynwch eich babi, nid y llyfr Magu pwysau Clytiau budr? Pa mor aml ydych chi’n bwydo ar y fron? Babi … [Read more...] about A yw fy mabi’n cael digon o laeth?
I Think My Baby’s Got Reflux
Reflux in babies is common, but it can be worrying when your baby brings up milk frequently or seems uncomfortable after feeds. This article explains what infant reflux is, what’s normal, and when symptoms may need further attention. It explores simple ways to reduce discomfort, including feeding … [Read more...] about I Think My Baby’s Got Reflux
Smoking, Vaping, Cannabis and Breastfeeding
When a mum quits smoking, she’s making one of the biggest changes she can to improve her health, and the health of her baby. Any accurate information that those involved in breastfeeding support can give her, will support her to maintain that change. The hardest time to make or maintain behaviour … [Read more...] about Smoking, Vaping, Cannabis and Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding and Dental Health
From the early days with your newborn, breastfeeding often becomes a very important and comfortable part of your relationship with your child. As well as continuing to provide important nutrients and protection against ill health, it’s a wonderful way to continue to connect with and comfort your … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding and Dental Health
LLLGB and the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes
La Leche League GB supports the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes and subsequent relevant World Health Assembly Resolutions (referred to together as “the Code”).1 In all our work, from supporting mothers and families in local communities, online and in our national … [Read more...] about LLLGB and the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes
Meeting the needs of premature babies: Kangaroo Mother Care
Premature babies are born before 37 weeks of gestation. There are three main sub-categories in pre-term birth: extremely preterm (< 28 weeks of gestation), very preterm (28 to < 32 weeks) and moderate to late preterm (32 to <37 weeks). According to Born too soon, the World Health … [Read more...] about Meeting the needs of premature babies: Kangaroo Mother Care
Supporting families with sleep
Many families feel uneasy about sharing aspects of their parenting style with their Healthcare Professional, including their sleep arrangements. Others end up bed-sharing in a situation where it was unplanned but is the only response they can think of to soothe an upset baby and an exhausted … [Read more...] about Supporting families with sleep