Postpartum

Breastfeeding

Breast Milk Feeding vs. Formula Feeding

Many people wonder about the pros and cons of breast milk feeding and formula feeding. For many it comes down to choice. What works for one may not work for another. There are many factors that contribute to one’s decision one way or another. In many circles this topic is a very heated one. For that reason alone, the pros and cons of each method will be covered starting with breastfeeding because it comes alphabetically before formula feeding....Read More>>

Exercise

Postpartum exercise: Is your body ready?

When to start an exercise program after delivery will depend on several factors: Whether you had a vaginal or c-section as well as if you had been on a regular fitness program prior to giving birth.

If you were exercising prior to the delivery and had a vaginal birth, then you can normally resume your pregnancy workout or light walking within days afterward... Read More>>

How To Lose Pregnancy Weight Fast

Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby boy or girl! Your body’s endured a 9-month transformation, and you’re ready to have your pre-pregnancy body back. But when you see yourself in the mirror, you say, “It still looks like I’m 4 months pregnant! What's going on?” Read More>>>

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Comment by Dede on March 3, 2010 at 11:55pm: Thanks Jenny! I had never heard of allergic reactions to all formulas. I think your mom did the only thing that was available.:)

Comment by Jenny Bee on February 18, 2010 at 9:08pm: I almost died when I was a baby because I was allergic to a key ingredient in all formulas. My mother had already "dried up" by the time they found out what it was. Luckily we ran out of a special formula that they were trying out (it wasn't working) and my mother desperately tried cows milk. Miraculously my body didn't reject it so i survived. My mother knew cow's milk it dangerous to infants before a certain age but under the circumstances there was really nothing else to try. I think it would be safest to breast feed at least the first two weeks for the antibodies being transferred to the baby and SLOWLY introduce formula to make sure the baby can sustain herself on it. I know this is a dramatic post but i felt like i had to share this story because it could save a life.

Comment by Maureen on February 18, 2010 at 8:55pm: I agree Lisa. I breast fed and formula fed my first born. I was never able to get the pumping down and I was still working. The second child was solely breastfed. I think it is the best, at least for me.

Comment by Lisa Zacharie on February 18, 2010 at 8:32pm: Breast feeding is the BEST thing for your baby nothing beats that, but some people just can't or won't breast feed some are afraid of gravity:)