Having a baby? Here’s your ultimate breastfeeding guide
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Breastmilk is best for babies. According to the World Health Organization, breastmilk is the ideal food for infants. It is safe, clean and contains antibodies which help protect against many common childhood illnesses. Breastmilk provides all the energy and nutrients that the infant needs for the first months of life, and it continues to provide up to half or more of a child’s nutritional needs during the second half of the first year, and up to one third during the second year of life.
As such, it is important that prior to giving birth, expectant mothers are properly equipped with the necessary tools and supplies needed to make her breastfeeding experience comfortable and safe for her and the baby.
Some suggested items for an expectant mom include the Chicco Boppy Pillow. This pillow is designed to provide comfort and support for babies and moms not only during breastfeeding but also during tummy time and other activities.
It is also important for first-time moms to be knowledgeable in handling their newborn while breastfeeding. Breastfeeding can be painful for first-time moms as they adjust to get the correct position and baby’s latch.
They should have the Lansinoh Nipple Cream handy. This cream replenishes the essential lipids of the skin, repairing the skin’s natural barrier function to sooth and protect sore nipples. The 100% natural lanolin undergoes a unique ultra-purification process so it’s guaranteed safe.
To help moms deal with soreness and engorgement the Lansinoh Thera Pearl 3 in 1 Hot or Cold Breast Therapy is recommended among moms as it provides hot or cold pain relief.
For breastfeeding moms, accessible and comfortable inner wear is a must. Check out the new Mama Way Antibacterial Seamless Bra which features a deeper cup and has better structure design. The perforated cups with sewn-in soft pads maintain an attractive bustline while presenting a natural look. Stretches up to three cups to accommodate your changing breast from pregnancy to breastfeeding.
If you are a working mom, you will have to think about transitioning from breastfeeding to bottle feeding. Moms can conveniently store their breastmilk in Avent’s Newborn Starter Set Natural. These bottles feature a skin soft nipple material and flexible spiral design that closely resembles the breast. The comfort petals and natural nipple shape allows natural latch on and makes it easy to combine breast and bottle feeding.
Avent also has the Philips Avent Premium Electric Steam Sterilizer with Dryer that effectively kills 99.9% germs in just six minutes. It sterilizes using steam, an effective, chemical-free way to protect your baby from harmful germs, and dries bottles with hot, filtered air.
To bring frozen milk to the right temperature, get the Chicco New Bottle Warmer. This new bottle warmer is useful for moms who store and freeze breastmilk. Mothers can just heat up baby bottles in a safe device instead of boiling pots of water. It is fast, safe and user friendly and will keep milk or even baby food warm for up to one hour.
As your due date approaches, don’t forget to drop by Baby Company inside SM Store or in a Baby Company Boutique nearest you.
Talk about how breastfeeding can be painful for first time moms as they adjust to get the correct position and baby’s latch.
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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by Baby Company.