Ask Judy: How Can I Get A Bra That Fits

Dear Judy, I am curious–how do I leave an accurate measurement on your Virtual Bra Fittings if the cup sizes on my bra are way too snug? My milk came in and now my 38I’s are too small. — Liz F.

Thanks for writing in Liz. That is actually one of the biggest challenges . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: How Can I Get A Bra That Fits

Ask Judy: How Can I Get My Son To Latch On?

Dear Judy, Do you have any tips besides using a nipple shield to help my infant son to open his mouth wider to get a better latch? I’ve tried a nipple shield but I’d like to get away from using it. Alaina F., Pittsburgh PA

Hi Alaina,

Why do you think he isn’t latching . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: How Can I Get My Son To Latch On?

Ask Judy: Is This Nipple Pain Normal?

Hey Judy, I have a question for you, hope you can help.

I’m dealing with some nipple pain and I don’t know what I should do about it. My daughter is still nursing now at 14 months, and we’ve never dealt with any latch-related nipple pain (mostly because she learned with a nipple . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: Is This Nipple Pain Normal?

Ask Judy: What Type Of Solids Should I Be Giving My Baby?

Hey Judy! Since I last emailed, my daughter and I have tried some solids and she’s cut two teeth. Solids were tentative at first, but she’s in love with them now — particularly peas and peaches. She’s SO enthusiastic that she’s started to realize what restaurants are. She plays quietly until food arrives, . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: What Type Of Solids Should I Be Giving My Baby?

Ask Judy: How Do I Know If I Am Using The Correct Sized Breast-Flanges For My Breast Pump?

Dear Judy, I was reading your articles and wanted to ask you a question that you might know about: how do I know what size flange came with my breastpump? Also, how do I know what size I need? I’m not having discomfort and I get plenty of milk, but I noticed that some . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: How Do I Know If I Am Using The Correct Sized Breast-Flanges For My Breast Pump?

Ask Judy: Is It Me Or My Pump?

Dear Judy, I am having trouble getting a let down with my pump. Even when I am all alone. Is it me or could it be my pump?

Lots of mothers have difficulty responding to a breastpump vs. nursing their baby. If you have normally been able to pump efficiently in the past, and . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: Is It Me Or My Pump?

Ask Judy: Is It Too Early To Start My Baby On Solids?

Dear Judy, My baby is four months old and my pediatrician is recommending that I start my baby on solids. I just don’t think he is ready? He isn’t even sitting up yet. What would you suggest? My gut tells me that I shouldn’t be doing it yet. Do you think I am doing . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: Is It Too Early To Start My Baby On Solids?