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*www.birthingandbreastfeeding.com*951.809.7827 Currently, Christy Jo Hendricks, IBCLC and doula is featured on the site.

Visit birthingandbreastfeeding.com to contact a birth or postpartum doula. Additional doulas will be added in the near future.

10/08/2026

Yesterday’s answer: C! 💛

Some babies may be satisfied after breastfeeding from one side. Others may want the second breast, and the same baby might do both at different feeds.

There isn’t a rule saying every breastfeeding session must look exactly the same.

A simple approach can be:

🤱 Allow baby to actively feed on the first breast
👶 Watch and listen for swallowing
💛 When baby slows down or releases, offer the second side
🌿 Let baby decide whether they want more

Wanting the second breast doesn’t automatically mean your supply is low.

Your baby’s overall feeding effectiveness, diaper output, growth, and wellbeing give you much more useful information than whether they take one side or two.

📌 Does your little one usually prefer one side or both? Tell us below!

10/07/2026

I only pumped this much… does that mean I have low milk supply? 💭

Not necessarily!

The amount you pump can vary depending on many things, including:

🕐 Time of day
🤱 When baby last breastfed
🍼 Pump fit and effectiveness
🌿 Your individual response to the pump
⏰ How long and how often you pump

And remember, a pump and a breastfeeding baby don’t necessarily remove milk in exactly the same way.

One pumping session alone cannot tell you your entire milk supply.

When assessing how breastfeeding is going, your baby’s feeding, diaper output, growth, and overall wellbeing provide important information.

If you’re consistently concerned about supply or pumping, a qualified lactation professional can help assess your individual situation.

📌 Save this for the next time the numbers on the bottle make you doubt yourself. 💛

10/06/2026

Those tiny flutters, kicks, rolls, and stretches can become one of the most familiar parts of pregnancy. 💛

As your pregnancy progresses, you’ll gradually get to know your baby’s usual pattern of movement.

Rather than comparing your baby with someone else’s, become familiar with what’s normal for your baby.

If you notice that your baby is moving less than usual or there’s a significant change in their normal movement pattern, don’t wait until your next appointment to mention it. Contact your maternity healthcare provider for advice.

You know your baby’s usual rhythm better than anyone. 🌿

📌 Expecting parents, when did you first feel your baby move? Was it a flutter, kick, or something completely unexpected?

Get to Know Baby’s Movement Pattern 👶
Those little movements matter.

10/02/2026

Talk to Your Baby, Even When They Can’t Talk Back Yet

Changing a diaper? Tell baby what you’re doing.

Getting dressed? Talk about those tiny socks.

Going outside? Tell them about the breeze, the trees, or the sounds around you. 🌿

Your baby may not understand every word yet, but hearing your voice during everyday moments can support early communication and create opportunities for connection.

Try:

💛 Talking face-to-face
🎵 Singing simple songs
📖 Reading aloud
👶 Copying baby’s little sounds
🫧 Pausing and giving baby time to respond with a look, movement, or sound

You don’t need special toys or elaborate activities.

Sometimes bonding is simply narrating an ordinary Tuesday while your baby looks at you like you’re telling the greatest story ever. 🥹

📌 What’s the funniest thing you’ve found yourself explaining to your baby? Tell us below!

10/01/2026

Yesterday’s answer is B! 💛

Breastfeeding provides nutrition, but feeding can also be a time of closeness, regulation, and comfort for babies.

A baby may sometimes seek the breast when they’re:

👶 Hungry
😴 Tired
🤍 Seeking closeness
🌿 Overstimulated
🦷 Uncomfortable
💕 Needing reassurance

Responding to your baby doesn’t mean you’re automatically creating a “bad habit.”

At the same time, every family is different. Parents can find feeding and soothing routines that work for both baby and themselves.

If feeding is becoming painful, exhausting, or you’re concerned about your baby’s intake or growth, reach out to a healthcare or lactation professional for individual support.

📌 Save this as a reminder: sometimes baby is looking for more than milk—they may simply be looking for you. 🤍

09/30/2026

A parent asks:

“My baby used to breastfeed for much longer, but lately some feeds only last around 10 minutes. Does a shorter feed mean my baby isn’t getting enough milk?” 🤔

What do you think?

A. Every breastfeeding session must last a certain number of minutes
B. Short feeds always mean low milk supply
C. Feeding length can vary, and some babies become more efficient as they grow
D. Baby should be encouraged to stay at the breast for a fixed amount of time

💬 What’s your answer, A, B, C, or D?

Come back tomorrow and we’ll talk about what matters more than the number on the clock.

📌Drop your answer below before reading tomorrow’s post!

09/29/2026

Those middle-of-the-night feeds can feel incredibly long when you’re running on little sleep. 🌙🤱

But newborns have small stomachs and need to feed frequently, including overnight.

Instead of trying to make every night feed productive, make it as comfortable and simple as possible:

🍼 Keep feeding essentials nearby
💧 Have water within reach
🌙 Keep lights low
🤱 Find a comfortable feeding position
📱 Minimize stimulation when possible
🫧 Ask your partner or support person to help with other tasks

If your baby is very young, premature, has feeding difficulties, or isn’t gaining weight as expected, follow your healthcare provider’s individual feeding recommendations.

And parents, your rest matters too. Accept help when it’s available.

📌What made those nighttime feeds a little easier for you?

09/28/2026

That date circled on your calendar? 📅 It’s called an estimated due date for a reason.

Only a small percentage of babies arrive exactly on their due date. Labor can naturally begin before or after that date, depending on many factors.

As your due date approaches, try to focus less on the countdown and more on:

💛 Attending your prenatal appointments
💛 Knowing the signs of labor
💛 Keeping your hospital or birth bag ready
💛 Knowing when your provider wants you to call
💛 Resting and caring for yourself

And yes… answering “Is the baby here yet?” messages can get tiring. 😅

Every pregnancy is different, so continue following your healthcare provider’s recommendations as you approach and pass your estimated due date.

📌 Parents, did your baby arrive before, on, or after their due date?

09/25/2026

You Don’t Have to Entertain Visitors

New baby = lots of people excited to visit. 👶💕

But postpartum parents, here’s your reminder:

You are recovering. You do not have to host.

Your home doesn’t need to be spotless.
You don’t need to prepare food.
You don’t need to dress up.
You don’t need to pass the baby around.
And you can say, “Today isn’t a good day for visitors.”

Healthy boundaries can give your family more space for recovery, feeding, bonding, and rest.

Helpful visitors understand that this season is about supporting the new family, not being entertained by them. 💛

And if someone asks, “What can I bring?”

A meal, groceries, or an extra pair of helpful hands may be much more appreciated than another baby outfit. (˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶)

📌 New parents, what’s one visitor boundary that helped make your postpartum period easier?

09/23/2026

A breastfeeding parent asks:

“Sometimes my baby wants to breastfeed even though they recently had a good feed. They nurse for a little while, relax, and fall asleep. Am I creating a bad habit?” 🤔

What do you think?

A. Babies should only breastfeed when they’re very hungry
B. Breastfeeding can provide both nutrition and comfort
C. Comfort nursing always means milk supply is low
D. Baby should immediately be put on a strict feeding schedule

💬 A, B, C, or D?

Think you know the answer? Leave it in the comments and come back tomorrow for our discussion!

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