What do mothers want healthcare professionals to know about breast and nipple pain in lactation
I asked for feedback on this question 12 months ago about pain during breastfeeding and finally time to write it up. Reading it again makes me sad. The pain of breastfeeding for some people cannot be ignored. I hope that this facilitates a discussion amongst professionals who see breastfeeding women. It’s important for mothers, for […]
What would mothers like their healthcare team to know about IBD and breastfeeding?
The next and most personal blog about what what mothers want their professionals to know. Thank you to the members of the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/BreastfeedingIBD for their views. What would mothers like their healthcare team to know about IBD and breastfeeding? See also: https://tinyurl.com/33emh32m facebook live video
Breastfeeding for Dads and Grandmas
This is a blog which I wrote for the new Human milk page Tailor made for Tiny Humans http://human-milk.com/ Wendy Jones Blog – Breastfeeding for Dads and Grandmas I’ve just spent the Christmas holidays with my daughters, their partners and 3 grandchildren, two of whom are still being breastfed (21 months and 6 months). Having […]
Bacterial vaginosis and breastfeeding
Many women are aware of the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis – an unusual vaginal discharge that has a strong fishy smell, particularly after sex. However, treatment can cause more confusion. I hope this factsheet clarifies the symptoms, self help and treatment during breastfeeding. Bacterial vaginosis and breastfeeding factsheet