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Comfort Feeding

How many of us have heard this term? Or used it ourselves to describe our babies nursing frequently and mostly through the night. Let’s talk…
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Caesarean Section and Breastfeeding

I had my only child through a Caesarean Section. My mother had both of us via a Caesarean Section. She could not breastfeed me at all and breastfed…
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Fresh Milk and our Babies

For children less than 12 months of age, fresh milk or cow’s milk/ buffalo milk or goats milk…
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Love, Intuition & Motherhood

Have you ever felt your gut churn at what seems to be logically the best way forward?
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Comfort Feeding; The Moral Dilemma

When you say that a child is USING you as a pacifier you’re making a moral argument ..
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Aug 6

In Conversation with Jacqueline Kincer IBCLC, CSOM from @holisticlactation

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Aug 6

World Breastfeeding Week is not just about every woman who breastfeeds. It is in fact more about those who couldn’t and those who wouldn’t.

Those who couldn’t didn’t get enough skilled support and those who wouldn’t, probably never got the correct information to base their decisions on.

A perfect breastfed journey has many many faces.

From giving a syringe full of colostrum, combination feeding, exclusively pumping to exclusively breastfeeding into toddlerhood. Each of these are successful breastfeeding journeys.

It is about choosing your path and meeting your own goals. Mother and child.

You are all part of this.

#WBW2021 #SharedResponsibility #ProtectBreastfeeding @waba_global

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Aug 4

In Conversation with Dr. Sana Zeeshan Consultant Breast Surgeon Aga Khan University Hospital Karachi & Hyderabad.

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Aug 4

Jacqueline Kincer IBCLC and a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology from @holisticlactation is not just great at sharing Lactation Knowledge in a fun way, she also runs a fantastic practice where she helps mothers reach functional breastfeeding outcomes. She’s gaol driven and her strength is helping mamas achieve their breastfeeding targets.

This powerhouse joins us tomorrow night 9:30pm Pakistan Time in the Facebook Group (link in bio) to talk about Breastfeeding not just as a source of nourishment but also that of comfort for both mother and child.

#WBW2021 #ProtectBreastfeeding #SharedResponsibility @waba_global #Breastfeeding

* recording will be shared on IGTV later

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Aug 4

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek is going strong so far and here at @lactnation we are having fantastic sessions and great conversations with Lactation and Healthcare Professionals every day that touch upon very real issues surrounding breastfeeding. Not just locally but globally too.

We are all learning new things every day of this week. Join in the fun by watching the videos being uploaded regularly to the IGTV.

Happy World Breastfeeding Week!

#WBW2021 #SharedResponsibility #ProtectBreastfeeding @waba_global

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Aug 4

Joining us today at 4:30 pm Pakistan time inside the @lactnation support group (see link in bio) is Dr. Sana Zeeshan who is a consultant Breast Surgeon at AKUH and we will talk about Breastfeeding and Breast health.

Looking forward to a very important conversation.

*the recording will be available on IGTV later.

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Aug 3

In Conversation with Leah Whitley IBCLC @soslactation

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Aug 3

Different shades of World Breastfeeding Week 2021

The first two days we discuss the social aspect. The #sharedresponsibility that we speak of to #protectbreastfeeding

Speaking to Stephanie Bodak Nicholson IBCLC from @motheringartsest1992 we touched upon the importance of community and how we can make a difference.

Tonight with Leah Whitley from @soslactation we bring a take on the Social Challenges new and breastfeeding mothers face at the hand of the same community that can be pivotal in the success of their breastfeeding journey.

We compare the challenges mothers face in US and Pakistan and talk about similarities and differences as well as potential solutions.

Watch this space!

#WBW2021 #Breastfeeding

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Aug 2

In Conversation with Stephanie Bodak Nicholson IBCLC

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Aug 2

Leah Whitley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She has acted in many capacities including: writing breastfeeding curriculum, facilitating support groups, working at a milk bank, private consultations, as well as teaching private and group classes. In her private practice she provided parents with quick access to lactation support and weaves her magic down in Houston, Texas.

We sit together tomorrow and discuss the similarities in Social Challenges we face halfway across the world and the way we can tackle them.

#WBW2021 #ProtectBreastfeeding #SharedResponsibility @waba_global #Breastfeeding

*The recording will be available on IGTV and inside the Facebook group (see link in Bio)

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Aug 2

Why do we need A WEEK to celebrate breastfeeding? Why can’t we celebrate it every day?

One week or month brings concerted efforts, power and focus to a matter that is much more important and needs much more visibility than we are capable of pushing every single day. We do our best but this week and this month helps highlight our efforts.

We renew our vow to Protect, Support and Promote Breastfeeding.

Love us every day of the year but let us have our week and our month too!

#WBW2021 #SharedResponsibility #ProtectBreastfeeding #Breastfeeding @waba_global

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Aug 2

Stephanie Bodak Nicholson is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and has been with LLLI for over two decades, is a birth worker and a lactation support worker for just as long. Her experience is priceless and so much for us to learn from.

We sit together tonight and discuss the value of community support in Breastfeeding so we can Protect Breastfeeding by sharing responsibility.

#ProtectBreastfeeding #SharedResponsibility #WBW2021 @waba_global

*recording will be uploaded on IGTV later. The session will be live inside the Facebook Group (Link in Bio)

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Aug 2

We celebrate the World Breastfeeding Week every year between August 01 to August 07 to support, educate and advocate breastfeeding

The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WANA) assigned the them for this year as “Protect Breastfeeding. A Shared Responsibility” to promote the work to Support and Protect Breastfeeding collectively especially through these times ridden with COVID-19.

@lactnation will be celebrating with a ton of events all week and for the month to follow.

Stay tuned!

#WBW2021 #ProtectBreastfeeding #SharedResponsibility @waba_global #WorldBreastfeedingWeek2021 #Breastfeeding #LactationSupport

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Aug 2

We celebrate the World Breastfeeding Week every year between August 01 to August 07 to support, educate and advocate breastfeeding

The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WANA) assigned the them for this year as “Protect Breastfeeding. A Shared Responsibility” to promote the work to Support and Protect Breastfeeding collectively especially through these times ridden with COVID-19.

@lactnation will be celebrating with a ton of events all week and for the month to follow.

Stay tuned!

#WBW2021 #ProtectBreastfeeding #SharedResponsibility @waba_global #WorldBreastfeedingWeek2021 #Breastfeeding #LactationSupport

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Aug 2

We celebrate the World Breastfeeding Week every year between August 01 to August 07 to support, educate and advocate breastfeeding

The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WANA) assigned the them for this year as “Protect Breastfeeding. A Shared Responsibility” to promote the work to Support and Protect Breastfeeding collectively especially through these times ridden with COVID-19.

@lactnation will be celebrating with a ton of events all week and for the month to follow.

Stay tuned!

#WBW2021 #ProtectBreastfeeding #SharedResponsibility @waba_global #WorldBreastfeedingWeek2021 #Breastfeeding #LactationSupport

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May 20

Baby’s behaviour is never a reliable judge of breastmilk supply ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🌀 A fussy baby on the breast or one that asks for the breast over and over again. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🌀 A lean or slim baby⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🌀 A baby who doesn’t sleep for long stretches of time after breastfeeding ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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❗️DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN YOUR SUPPLY IS LOW❗️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The ONLY way to figure out if your supply is enough is ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🔆 Diaper output in 24 hours ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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That is literally it. Don’t unnecessarily jeopardise your breastfeeding journey by introducing formula when your baby definitely doesn’t need it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#Lactation #BreastfeedingSupport #Pakistan #BreastmilkSupply #NewMom #FirstTimeMom

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May 20

WHEN DO YOU NEED A LACTATION PROFESSIONAL AND WHY AT ALL?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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👓 IN PREGNANCY⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
for educating yourself to ensure an informed, smooth and successful breastfeeding journey. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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👓 AS A NEW MOTHER ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 Breastfeeding can be lonely and misinformed. You need
reassurance and skilled support ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 Baby is not latching at all or correctly to the breast.
🕶 You have sore or damaged nipples ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 You have blocked ducts and/ or possible mastitis.
🕶 Baby is crying excessively ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 Baby is rejecting breast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 You have concerns about milk supply⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 You have concerns about hydration / diaper
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🕶 Feeding Twins / Multiples⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 Expressing or storing Milk ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 Breastfeeding a baby with other challenges such as
prematurity, cleft lip/ palate, animal milk allergy. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀.
🕶 Solids Introduction⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🕶 Relactation after complete or partial loss of supply or
Induced Lactation for Adoptive babies (with specialised
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These and SO MANY more concerns regarding your small baby’s nutritional concerns while they breastfeed or you wish for them to breastfeed. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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For immediate access to skilled breastfeeding support, wherever you are in the world, DM us or go to www.LactNation.org and book a consult today! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#Lactation #BreastfeedingSupport #LactationConsultant #NewMom #Pregnant #NewParents #BabiesOfInstagram

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May 20

There’s a painful (HARMFUL!) belief that shuru mein tau dard hota hee hai (initially breastfeeding has to hurt) and that it calms down only over time. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Not only is this INCORRECT, it is harmful. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Just like every other time there’s pain in life, it’s an alarm for something going wrong, any amount of pain while breastfeeding is not only not supposed to happen but it’s also a red alert. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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A painful latch is an INCORRECT latch. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
An incorrect latch is not only PAINFUL, it transfers less amount of milk to the baby which ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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It could be caused because of incorrect positioning, incorrect angle of mouth, or even tethered tongue tissue, or lip or tongue mobility issues. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Bottomline: If anyone tells you that your painful latch “is absolutely fine”, please find a competent skilled lactation professional who are trained to help you with this. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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DM to book a latch correction for quick 15 minute evaluation/ correction OR a Standard Consult for correction of latch and advice about other or related issues. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#Latch #BreastfeedingSupport #Lactation #FirstTimeMom #NewMom

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Apr 5

Ever flipped a medicine box and read “Pregnant and Breastfeeding mothers consult health professionals before use”.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
That is because most medicines are not tested on these groups anyway. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Coming towards COVID vaccines.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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are mRNA vaccines that do not contain the live virus that causes COVID-19 and, therefore, cannot give someone COVID-19. Additionally, mRNA vaccines do not interact with a person’s DNA or cause genetic changes because the mRNA does not enter the nucleus of the cell, which is where our DNA is kept.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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CANNOT INFECT YOU. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sinopharm⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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or the BBIBP-CorV works by teaching the immune system to make antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. The antibodies attach to viral proteins, such as the so-called spike proteins that stud its surface. The fancy name is inactivated virus vaccine. The reality is a dead virus only “teaching” immune system a lesson. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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CANNOT INFECT YOU⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sputnik V⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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It is a vector vaccine based on adenovirus DNA, in which the coronavirus gene is integrated. Adenovirus is used as a “container” to deliver the coronavirus gene to cells and start the synthesis of the new coronavirus's envelope proteins, “introducing” the immune system to a potential enemy.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The Sputnik V (Gam-COVID-Vac) vaccine reduces the time taken for the actual development of immunity. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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CANNOT INFECT YOU⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The COVID-19 vaccines authorized are non-replicating vaccines, meaning they are able to create an immune response but do not reproduce inside host cells. Because non-replicating vaccines pose no risk for lactating people or their infants, COVID-19 vaccines are also thought to not be a risk to the breastfeeding infant. Therefore, lactating people may choose to be vaccinated- CDC⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#COVIDVaccine #Breastfeeding #Support

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Apr 5

You can’t fill a cup from an empty vessel. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Mamas you need to stop trying to do it all and care for yourself too. Anyone offers help, forget appearances and a coy “thank you we are good”. Respond with “Acha Voh paani ki botal tau pakrana“ (hand me that bottle of water.)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Better still “yeh zaraa bachcha tau pakarrna” (Hold the baby for a bit) and instantly turn over for a nap!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Learn to ask for help. Unabashedly. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#Pakistan #BreastFeedingSupport #Lactation #NewMother #NewBaby #EarlyBreastfeeding

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