Navigating Breastfeeding Challenges: Tips for New Mums

Welcoming a new baby into the world is a joyful occasion, but for many new mums, breastfeeding can present unexpected challenges. From latching issues to concerns about milk supply, navigating the world of breastfeeding can be daunting!

Here are some common challenges new mums may encounter, along with tips to overcome them:

 1. Latching difficulties

Breastfeeding often begins with the challenge of getting your baby to latch correctly. Improper latch can lead to discomfort for mums.

To overcome this, ensure your baby is positioned well, in level to your breast, with head extended,...

With the arrival of their little one, many new mums experience unwelcome skin changes (the sleepless nights certainly don't help!)

During pregnancy, the body produces about 50% more blood, lending the skin a vibrant appearance. However, after childbirth, the abrupt drop in progesterone and oestrogen levels, no longer necessary for maintaining a healthy pregnancy, triggers various changes in the body, often visually evident in the skin, hair and nails.

Let's explore some common postpartum skin issues and how best to deal with them with product recommendations that are safe to use for breast-feeding mothers too:

1. Postpartum...

doddl offers the answer to make mealtimes for young children more ENJOYABLE!

doddl is a fast-growing UK brand set up and run by an entrepreneurial mum who, through the invention of a unique product is making a positive impact on children’s relationship with food and mealtimes. Catherine Dodd, doddl inventor, said “doddl’s unique design offers innovation in children’s cutlery that hasn’t been seen before.

By designing specifically for babies and children alongside child development experts, we’ve made it much easier for children to eat successfully, making mealtimes more enjoyable...

Meet Matthew. As a first-time soon-to-be dad he feels a little bit like a spare wheel since his partner found out she's pregnant.

He wants to be involved but is not quite sure how to go about it. He's concerned about what his new responsibilities as a father will involve, worried about how life will change, about whether he can live up to his own expectations of what a present dad should be and do.

Fear not, Matthew! There's lots of helpful advice available for new dads like you. While it's true that you'll become an expert through practice, a heads-up never hurt anyone, so here's a handy list of life-saving tips for...