Expressing colostrum antenatally – things to ask your midwife

Posted on July 19th, 2008 by Jane HBFW

Does your baby have a chance of low blood sugar at or soon after birth?  See this list here for things that might increase the risk: Babies with an increased chance of low blood sugar include: Early or premature babies (born before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy) Babies who are lighter in weight than expected [...]

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Breastfeeding and returning to work

Posted on March 30th, 2008 by Jane HBFW

Going back to work.  Breastfeeding.  Quite frequently, I have heard people give the former as a reason why they can’t do the latter for any length of time - sometimes at all.  But often, with a bit of logistical jiggery-pokery and some planning, it’s completely possible to combine breastfeeding with working, even full time. I thought [...]

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