Pregnancy is the time to treasure and make good memories. Pregnancy is the most beautiful period in a woman’s life.  Be happy & feel joyful, as mother’s emotional well-being directly impacts the baby’s neurological & psychological development.  Happy pregnant women usually deliver a healthy baby. Pregnancy can be very demanding. But there is nothing that can stop us from having fun during these 9 months.  Here’s a list of activities for pregnant women to do! 1.Practice any relaxation or breathing techniques you have learnt. 2.Enjoy gardening by planting,watering & watching them grow. 3.Download a pregnancy app to help you stay organised for the next eight months. 4.Make friends with other mums-to-be can be a great way to get some support.  Join in some pregnancy groups or birth clubs, where you can interact with other pregnant women, share tips and get some support. 5.Get away-Spent some alone time in  air-conditioned comfort. Take as many naps(sleep...

Hello Mommies, If you are a mother who is struggling to breastfeed your new born,then do peek into this blog to hear from various mom's to ease your journey on breastfeeding. "This is new to you and your baby it takes time just keep in mind that it is going to get easier soon". "Breastfeeding was the hardest I have ever done but it is worth it". "Every mother's      breastfeeding journey is unique so is your's". "It creates a strong bond between you and your baby". And here comes a complete guide on Breastfeeding. ♡  Health Benefits of Breastfeeding For Both Mother and Baby ♡  Learning To Breastfeed ♡  Best Food For BreastFeeding Mothers ♡  What if i dont Make Enough Breast Milk ♡  Common Breastfeeding Challenges ♡  Breastfeeding a Baby With Health Problem ♡  Pumping And Storing Breastmilk ♡  How Long Does Breastmilk Stay Fresh In The Refrigerator

Storing breast milk  after expressing Keep milk at room temperature. Breastmilk is OK for up to 4 hours after pumping at room temperature (up to 77°F or 25°c)  . Refrigerate it.  Breastmilk can be refrigerator for up to 4 days. Place milk in the freezer.  If you're not going to use refrigerated breastmilk within 4 days of pumping, freeze it right after pumping and w ithin 6 months is best. Store milk toward the back of the freezer where the temperature is most constant. Milk stored at 0°F or colder is safe for longer durations. Use cooler packs.  You can put breastmilk in a cooler or insulated cooler pack with frozen ice packs for up to 24 hours after pumping.

 Y ou will need to pump and store your breastmilk, for your baby if you are away for a few hours or when  you're going back to work. PUMPING TIPS Before you pump, wash your hands with soap and water. Make sure the area where you are pumping and your pump parts and bottles are clean.  Thoughts of your baby can help in Milk flow. ( If you look at a picture of your baby, listen to a recording of your baby's voice, or think about nursing your baby, it can help you relax and start your milk flow.) Apply a warm, moist cloth to your breasts. Gently massage your breasts. Gently rub your nipples. Visualize the milk flowing down. Sit quietly and think of a relaxing setting. Ways to express your milk 1. Hand Expression 2. Manual Pump 3. Electric Breast Pump 1.Hand Expression Use your hand to squeeze and press on your breast to remove milk. Gets easier with practice. Good if you are not often away from your baby. Moms should learn how to hand express in case of emergency. 2.Manual Pu...

 Some health problems in babies will make harder to Breast feed. But breast milk will be the healthy one for premature or sick baby. Even if your baby cannot breastfeed directly from you, you can express or pump your milk and give it to your baby with a dropper,spoon or cup. some common health problems in babies baby's are,  Jaundice  Reflux disease  Colic  Premature or low birth weight. 1.Jaundice Newborn jaundice is very common. The good news is that in most cases, newborn jaundice goes away on its own as a baby’s liver develops and as the baby begins to feed. In most cases, jaundice will disappear within 2 to 3 weeks.  Some breastfed babies develop jaundice when they do not get enough breastmilk, either because of breastfeeding challenges or because the mother's milk hasn't come in. This type of jaundice usually clears up quickly by breastfeeding more often or feeding of expressed breastmilk or after the mother's milk comes in. Breastfeeding is best for ...

Every woman's breastfeeding journey is different, so you may experience some or none of these problems. Breastfeeding can be challenging, especially in the early days. 1.Sore Nipples  In the early days of breastfeeding, sore nipples are almost always the result of incorrect positioning & latching of the baby. The best prevention for sore nipple is latching the baby on properly from the first day! Management Ensure proper positioning and attachment. The baby should be nursing from most of the areola (the darker colored area around the nipple) and the nipple.Your baby should not be suckling from just the nipple Express some milk at the end of a feed, spread it on your nipples & air-dry them. Use purified lanolin cream or ointment that is especially made for breastfeeding. Let your nipples air dry after feeding, or wear a soft cotton Bra. Get help from a lactation consultant. Get help from your doctor or lactation consultant before using creams, hydrogel pads or a nipple shiel...