by Dr. Wadley | Feb 28, 2024 | Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Preparation
As a pediatrician and lactation consultant, I am a problem solver. Low milk supply is by far one of the most frustrating problems that breastfeeding mothers face. Sometimes, I can solve this problem and sometimes I can’t. Causes for low breast milk supply are...
by Dr. Wadley | Feb 4, 2024 | Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding during first 3 months
New mothers often wonder how to tell if their infant is getting enough breast milk. Since the breasts don’t have measurements listed on them, we need to investigate whether babies are getting enough milk in other ways. Sometimes breastfed babies can trick you...
by Dr. Wadley | Jan 21, 2024 | Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Preparation
There are many reasons for early breastfeeding pain, especially in the first few days postpartum. Sometimes pain is due to something that we expect in these first days of your new baby’s life. Other times, pain may be due to a problem with breastfeeding. In this...
by Dr. Wadley | Jan 20, 2024 | Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Preparation
Lactation support is not created equal. There are varying levels of education and experience among those offering lactation support to breastfeeding mothers. Additionally, not all physicians are trained to help with these issues. Education and experience vary greatly...
by Dr. Wadley | Jan 16, 2024 | Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding beyond 3 months
Breastfeeding and baby sleep is a very hot topic among parents and caregivers alike. In this day and age, everyone on social media has an opinion about both breastfeeding and sleep training. New parents often wonder if they will ever sleep again. While sleep is...
by Dr. Wadley | Jan 16, 2024 | Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding beyond 3 months
Weaning breastfeeding is an extremely personal decision. Both the WHO and AAP recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life with continuation of breastfeeding with the addition of complementary foods at 6 months and beyond. They further...