by Katie Wickham | Feb 9, 2020 | Breastfeeding, Parenting
BREASTFEEDING A TODDLER This is me and my youngest Scarlett. She is 21 months old…. and growing way too fast ? I get the widest deer in headlight eyes every time someone asks the recommendation on how long to breastfeed for. What? 2 years and beyond?! ? The...
by Katie Wickham | Feb 1, 2018 | Breastfeeding, Parenting, Pregnancy, Uncategorized
Preparing to Breastfeed Breastfeeding is an amazing way to nourish your child; it is important for both of you for so many reasons. Breastfeeding is often a huge learning curve for both Mom and Baby. The frustrations that are common in the early weeks can be...
by Katie Wickham | Dec 19, 2013 | Breastfeeding, Parenting, Pregnancy
Something I see new Moms and Dads struggle with is how long a baby needs to feed at the breast to be full, satisfied and thrive. I have heard all different numbers from my clients: 10 minutes each side, 20 minutes each side, 30 minutes one side. None of these times...
by Katie Wickham | Aug 9, 2013 | Breastfeeding, Parenting, Pregnancy
The Newborn’s Stomach I see many new families in the hospital, breastfeeding clinic, and in their homes with my private practice, and I hear many common questions. One of the recurring themes comes across in statements like “my baby can’t be getting very much” or “my...