Later today I will post a review of the baby blog of 2007 so why does breastfeeding get its own category? Well, in part as an answer to readers who want to read what I’ve written on breastfeeding. I’ve written so much on breastfeeding at this point that you all have asked for an index of sorts so it’s easier to find what you’re looking for. It’s also in part because I’ve become known as the breastfeeding lady. . .guru. . .whatever you want to call it. I’ve been at this breastfeeding business for a long time and many of … Continue reading →

We have been having some interesting discussions in the forums about what to eat while you’re breastfeeding, largely stemming from misguided advice and perpetuated myths. There seems to be a general consensus among the grandma generation that what goes into your body comes out in your breast milk. Therefore, if you’re not eating healthy foods, or you indulge in something taboo, your baby is going to suffer when you breastfeed. So let’s be up front–breast milk is not made by what you eat. I thought I’d take some time to clear up a few myths. I Don’t Eat Healthy Enough … Continue reading →

Question: I heard somewhere that formula is considered more hygienic because it doesn’t contain toxins. However, our bodies constantly consume toxins which pass into the breast milk and could poison the baby–is that true? Is it better to formula feed your baby to avoid the toxins? Yep, It’s True This is an example of faulty conclusions based on accurate data. It is absolutely 100% true that: a) formula is technically more hygienic than breast milk b) that any toxins we consume pass through to our breast milk c) those toxins could harm our babies What’s not true is the idea … Continue reading →