Nutritional Needs of Breastfeeding Mothers
Eating for two during pregnancy may now be considered excessive however there is some truth to the saying that a mother needs to eat for two to ensure she successfully breastfeeds. The nutrient needs...
View ArticleConsuming Enough Fluids While Breastfeeding
By Namrata Trivedi, BMSG Board Member and Dietitian Once breastfeeding is well established, our breastmilk volume would increase from a meagre 50ml to as much as 750ml a day to meet a baby’s demand. So...
View Article2017 Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) Certified Hospitals
By Melissa Kirwin, BMSG volunteer EBF…EBM…IBCLC…BFHI? What are all these acronyms and what exactly is the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative? Expecting a baby, especially your first, can be an extremely...
View ArticleBreastfeeding Your Newborn Baby
By BMSG Editorial Team This is a mini-series that we have started to offer mums and their families a guide on how to initiate breastfeeding right from birth. This will be a preview of what our...
View Article2019 Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) Certified Hospitals
What it is and why it is important for your breastfeeding journey By BMSG Editorial Team Introduction The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) is a concerted effort pioneered by the World Health...
View ArticleNewsletter #42: Preparing To Breastfeed Before You Meet Your Baby
by BMSG Editorial Team With greater awareness of the importance and benefits of breastfeeding, many expecting mothers want to prepare themselves for this momentous journey. But how can you actually get...
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