Ask Judy: Does My Son Have Nipple Confusion?

My son has been supplemented with the bottle pretty much since birth. I let his dad help me with feedings. We have used the same slow flow nipples this whole time. He hates any other nipples. I had been pumping and he did pretty well latching on as well. At our night feedings and . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: Does My Son Have Nipple Confusion?

Ask Judy: Tips For Traveling Without Baby

Dear Judy, I’m about to go on my first trip WITHOUT baby. I’m nervous about pumping and getting my milk home. Any advice?

Thanks for writing in. Traveling without the baby can make mom very nervous. The most important thing to remember is that you will want to pump about as often as your . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: Tips For Traveling Without Baby

Ask Judy: My Baby Keeps Biting Me, What Should I Do?

Judy, do you have any tips for biting? My baby keeps biting me when we nurse. She even laughs when I scold her.

It can be difficult when your baby bites you while you are nursing. The best thing to do is to take her off of your breast immediately and tell her in . . . → Read More: Ask Judy: My Baby Keeps Biting Me, What Should I Do?

Judy’s Advice: Nurse On Demand For Best Milk Supply

Hi all, I have to supplement when feeding my 4 week old. I have been using the Playtex slow flow nipple and it takes him an hour to drink 3 ounces. Sometimes he can’t even get any out. Is it too soon to switch to the medium flow nipple?

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My Milk Hasn’t Come In Yet, What Should I Do?

Dear Judy. My daughter was born four days ago. Unfortunately, I had to have an emergency c-section because I suddenly showed the symptoms of preeclampsia (forcing an induction) and the baby’s stats didn’t look good. We found out later that she had a calcified placenta, so that’s why she is so tiny.

I . . . → Read More: My Milk Hasn’t Come In Yet, What Should I Do?

Does A Modern Mom Really Need All That Breastfeeding Gear?

Dear Judy,

I just found your website while looking for baby gifts for my nieces. It’s been twenty-six years since I breastfed my daughter, and I’m a little lost on what some of the items are that you offer. All I had were the milk jugs and a hungry baby. Suddenly breastfeeding seems more . . . → Read More: Does A Modern Mom Really Need All That Breastfeeding Gear?

Flying With A Baby – It Can Be Done!

Recently I was asked about flying with a baby and you’ll be happy to know that it can be done! Actually, since the September 11th attacks it can be easier to travel with a nursing baby than one that is formula fed. While going through security even your baby’s bottles will be looked at . . . → Read More: Flying With A Baby – It Can Be Done!