Baby Feeding Tips

Should you try to pump colostrum during pregnancy? Our midwife weighs in
The advise is trending on the internet—but is it a good idea?

Any amount of breastfeeding for 2 months cuts SIDS risk in half, says study
Another reason we *must* increase the support and education we give pregnant people and new parents around feeding their babies.

7 empowering support groups for Black breastfeeding moms
Here's where Black moms can get support for their breastfeeding journey.

Here’s how to do combination feeding with your baby
You don't have to choose between bottle or breastfeeding! Combination feeding means you can do both.

New baby & toddler feeding guidelines say no added sugar is best
The average infant eats a teaspoon a day.

These are the products you need if you are bottle feeding, mama
There was a lot of trial and error, but these products helped.

5 essential products for summer breastfeeding
The boob sweat is real, mama.

Considering relactation in the midst of formula shortages? A midwife explains what you need to know
It is possible to start breastfeeding again, but it requires a large commitment.

Low milk supply? These 10 products might help, mama
We've rounded up the best products and methods on the market to help boost your milk supply, mama.

Motherly’s bottle-feeding class
There are many reasons you may find yourself wanting to give your…

Babies under 6 months shouldn’t drink water—viral TikTok explains why
Breastmilk and formula are the only liquids they need.

These essentials will make transitioning to solid foods a snap, mama
So your baby is ready for solids? This is an exciting milestone…

What you need to know about the ‘arsenic in baby food’ study
Common brands include: Similac, Enfamil, Happy Baby, Gerber, Kirkland, Little Duck Organics, Plum Organics, and The Honest Company.

There’s an antimicrobial compound in breast milk that could help formula-fed babies, too
A new study shows some fascinating results.

The pressure to exclusively breastfeed is hurting mothers’ mental health
Research shows there's a link between mothers with negative breastfeeding experiences and symptoms of depression.

7 tips for breastfeeding on a plane
Feeding baby on a flight is possible, mama.

It’s science: Breast milk can provide surprising health benefits for life, mama
Scientists now believe that maternal exposure to pathogens prior to pregnancy can influence infant health and permanently alter offspring immunity by programming their immune system.


