Understanding thrush
Thrush is a yeast infection which occurs in your milk ducts and feels like hot needles going into your nipple and sometimes up into your breast. It’s difficult to diagnose so is usually just treated with an anti-fungal cream. Babies may also have thrush in…
How to avoid mastitis
Mastitis is an infection of your milk ducts due to a blockage from a build-up of milk. With mastitis you will develop a sore, red are on your breasts and may experience flu-like symptoms. It’s important to empty both breasts regularly and if your breasts…
Top five swaddles
Our top five swaddles Swaddling is one of the most effective things you can do to help your baby get a better (and longer) sleep. The idea is to emulate the womb environment that your baby has known for the past ten months. Very few…