Breastfeeding Tips

On average, a newborn baby eats approximately every 2 to 3 hours once round the clock. That becomes...

Exclusive breastfeeding is the best your babies can get, primarily during the first 6 months of thei...

Low breast milk supply? Don’t fret. Rather read this guide by a lactation expert on why you ar...

Breastfeeding is not only good for your baby but it can also help you lose the pregnancy weight. Ar...

Your breast milk is more powerful than SARS-CoV-2. So, relax and breastfeed your child. When people...

If you’re a new mom, there probably are a zillion things you’re worried about and a gazi...

The common term we get to hear from our parents, friends ,neighbors,; grand mothers, I would like to...

At BabyChakra, India’s largest parenting platform, each day over ten thousand questions asked...

Breastfeeding is the first emotional and physical milestone for a new mom. She faces a myriad of cha...

The first touch of our newborn is one of the most precious moments of our life. The moment they are...

How long after birth should baby be fed? Immediately Colostrum must be fed, then every 2-3 hours ba...

I am Dr. Pratibha Gulati. I am a physical therapist, lactation counselor and postpartum counselor.&n...;

  What could be the reason for pain in  breast? Reasons can be many. Baby chewing on br...

Post delivery the new mom is so hassled and tired looking after her newborn that she fails to provid...

Dr Aditi Agarwal (Breast, colorectal and laparoscopic surgeon)   13 month old baby does not...

Breastfeeding is an unparalleled way to provide ideal food for the healthy growth and development of...

Breastfeeding is not a choice but a responsibility. When a baby feels hungry and cries for milk, a m...

  It is not uncommon now a days to have two or three babies at a time. If you are one of those...

“Breastfeeding is a mother’s gift to herself, her baby and the earth” - Pamela Wig...

Breastfeeding is child’s right and mother’s right as well as duty. If your baby is being...

Dill leaves(Anethum graveolens) also known as Sua or Soa in North India and Shepu in Western states...

Lactational Breast Abscess may happen due to blocked milk duct, or bacterial infection in fluid coll...

Some moms find that breastfeeding in public is easy for them, however, some moms do not feel comfort...

Congratulations! You just had your baby and are set to start a new journey. The first milestone of t...

Stress, sleep deprivation & lack of dietary nutrients can reduce breast milk supply   One...

When a baby is born, the mother goes through a surge of emotions. She is elated to see the tiny litt...

Breastfeeding is a boon to mothers and breast milk is the first gift a mother gives to babies. It&rs...;

After giving birth to a baby, nursing is the next journey a mother embarks upon. Mother is the main...

A breastfeeding mom has to have a good diet that is healthy for her and baby and also is helpful for...

Night-time feeding is an integral part of breastfeeding, and most women observe that feeding baby to...

Most people wrongly believe that one should stop breastfeeding during illness; however, very few mat...

After giving birth to a baby, the next journey a mom starts is nursing the baby. I was aware but ign...

After the birth of my baby, (although it was vaginal birth) my body did not produce milk for three d...

There was a day when I wanted to breastfeed and I dreaded it at the same time and today  I am (...

Breast milk also known as white gold or nectar is the best food for baby. It is recommended to give...

We as a couple were supported, guided and empowered by many peers during our breastfeeding years. Th...

Soreness and pain in nipples during breastfeeding is a common condition. Different people observe di...

Congratulations on your bundle of joy, mommies-to-be and mommies!  While you  are preparin...

Breastfeeding is the most beautiful experience and helps create a bond between mom and baby. But it...

Busy mums have plenty to do and can multitask with superhuman precision. Whether it is cleaning, sch...

Did you know that induced lactation had made it possible for all moms - whether adoptive, surrogate&...

Preparing for baby to come or are a new mommy and struggling with feeding  baby right?  ...

Loss Of A Village   Today, in urban cities, we all lead busy, stressful and almost isolated l...

World Breastfeeding Week was observed last month and the Internet was overflowing with mothers shari...

  The best nutritious supplement that any mother can provide to its baby is breast milk. Howev...

Breastfeeding is a very healthy practice. Besides providing the perfect nutrition for the baby, it a...

Congratulations on your newborn! It’s a phase of mixed emotions really. Your joy knows no bou...

Pregnancy, delivery and breastfeeding are extremely special events in a woman’s life as they i...

*The following is a fictional story of a new mom who struggled through breastfeeding. But isin&rsquo...;

Breastfeeding is a choice. One that I made very early on in my pregnancy. Just as I was convinced th...

So my breastfeeding journey began exactly three weeks back on the 9th of July. 9 has always been my...

  Did you know that you can breastfeed a baby who you’ve  not have given birth to?...

Breastfeeding starts immediately after the birth of the baby. It may take time for the mother and ba...

Milk ducts tend to get clogged if the milk production by your breasts is more than the milk consumed...

Breast milk is something that cannot be compared to other supplement or food. Breast milk is highly...

Breastfeeding is not only important with respect to baby’s requirement for nutrition and immun...

Breastfeeding is the natural process of providing nourishment to an infant. Breast milk has the righ...

Today, my daughter completes 6 months (180 days) and this marks   my 6 months of exclusive...

While breastfeeding is a very natural process, not every mother comes equipped with all the needed i...

Hello Mommies!!   March 13 2017, the day I met my little angel who gave me a second life. The...

All You Wanted to Ask About Breastfeeding and Feeding Disorders: QnA with Ruchita Mehta   Fee...

My child was born extremely fragile and all I was worried at that point of time was when will she lo...

Flat or inverted nipples are a concern that several moms and moms-to-be experience. Your body prepar...

  I am a breastfeeding mother and I won't be true if I say the journey from being expected to...

  This is the typical Maharashtrian  super  food for lactating mum's. We have these...

Breastfeeding is a beautiful experience and I always wanted to breastfeed my baby. I am thankful to...

Most working moms need to resume work at about 6 months post delivery. The baby has probably just st...

Know how to increase breastmilk quantity and quality by using natural methods After the delicate 9...

Breastfeeding is an important phase as it not only ensures emotional bonding between the mother and...

Together as a family we are so happy that we kept Baby V an exclusively breastfed baby till 6months....

My little one has been on exclusive breastfeed since he was born. We went for our first foreign trip...

Breastfeeding is a fulfilling experience for both, mother and baby. As a baby grows, her/his breastf...

Breatsfeeding is a beautiful journey that cements the relationship between mother and child. It is a...

Breatsfeeding is a beautiful journey that cements the relationship between mother and child. It is a...

Breastfeeding is a beautiful journey that cements the relationship between mother and child. It is a...

Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience and a great way for a mother to bond with her baby. And it c...

In the initial days of parenthood, breastfeeding takes up most of your waking and sleeping hours! Us...

If you are a breastfeeding mother who is often finding ways  to increase her breast milk supply...

Most moms who are expecting twins are told that breastfeeding is going to be a challenge! The fact,...

  If you are an expecting mom or a breastfeeding mom, scientific advice from an authorized or...

The golden rule passed on by my mum and elder sister was-- feed, feed  and feed some more! &nb...;

A Simple Guide to Storing Breast Milk While You Are Away from Your Baby   If you are a nursin...

It is normal for the breasts to become heavy and uncomfortable when the milk transitions from Colost...

If you watched the movie ‘Bahubali’ in theatres last year, you must remember the phenome...

As mothers we know the journey of a child from cooing to babbling to first word for speech and langu...

Have you just become a mommy? As someone who has newly attained motherhood, you certainly must have...

When it comes to breastfeeding substitutes - the reasons and options can be many! However, in matter...

We all know that breastfeeding is a natural process, but let’s face it, it is a skill that bot...

Yes, I agree. The thought of breastfeeding in public is horrifying. Nursing a squirming infant...

When it comes to breastfeeding newborns, it boils down to two main aspects: Is it effective? Is...

I have been pregnant twice and cannot begin to count how often I have had other moms tell me that I...

Babywearing is the act of wearing your baby in a carrier close to you. It's a practice as old as civ...

Today’s new mommies need no convincing about the benefits of breastfeeding a newborn ...;

Breastfeeding your newborn is the best thing that you can, as mothers do for your baby. The key to s...

I was born to fight this battle and my daughter taught me to win it. I knew I am a strong WOMAN but...

Knowledge Partner:  Before I conceived my baby, I had zero knowledge on anything to do with pr...

Knowledge Partner:   The entire world knows ‘Breast is Best’ but no one tells a new mot...

Knowledge partner:  Breastfeeding is one of the most amazing and divine acts of motherhood - i...

Breastfeeding a newborn was a tumultuous yet fulfilling experience for me. My daughter was born on 1...

I was never keen on breast feeding. I was quite comfortable with the idea of formula. I had seen my...

Who knew I could appear for 19 MBA papers in 2 months while exclusively breastfeeding my 2-month-old...

Breastfeeding is a journey of discovery. Every time I feed, I explore my own strengths and possibili...

I cried – at the loss of what I believed to be an integral part of motherhood. Breastfeeding. How I...

For those moments during breastfeeding when you feel low, you are in pain or are reluctant to f...

As a mom of twins, the challenges of breastfeeding are completely different and no one in this world...

Breastfeeding is integral for securing a healthy and happy future for your baby. Birthing practices...

Breastfeeding is nature’s food for your baby. The minute a baby is placed on the mother&r...;

Breastfeeding is considered as the best source of nutrition for an infant. Even Ayurveda agrees with...

Human Milk Banks collect milk from nursing mothers who may have excess supply or from mothers who ar...

It’s not unusual anymore that we hear mums facing issues with breastfeeding – not gettin...

The picture was quite clear. Even the in-laws of 24-year-old Aarti Kataria wanted a proper gap betwe...

Source: 0 to 2 – Baby & You. A Pediatrician’s Handbook for practical parenting Publ...

Breast milk is nature’s food for every baby. It is known that breast milk is not only easily d...

Short of setting up my own consultation, I know everything there is about lactation. And yet that di...

Breast milk is nature’s way of providing complete nutrition to the baby at the right time and...

Mommyhood is something that surely throws every woman out of her comfort zone! How about trying out...

A lot has been said and written about breastfeeding. Yet, breastfeeding remains one of the most chal...

I woke up feeling very anxious … my breast was hurting and I couldn't control my tears.  ...;

A proper breastfeeding position will ensure that your baby is breastfeeding and not nipple-feeding....

If you have had a C-section delivery under general anesthesia, you may be on a drip. Even then, the...

If a baby cries more often, does it mean that she is not getting enough milk?  If a child crie...

As soon as the baby is born, the doctor will hand the baby to you. Hold the naked baby against your...

Small amount of certain substance present in the mother’s diet may pass unchanged into her bre...

Most mothers experience an increase in appetite and hunger pangs during breastfeeding. So, you need...

Breastmilk provides perfect nutrition for optimal development of your baby. You may breastfeed exclu...

Whether pumping or expressing, breast milk – efficient storage of the milk outside the breast...

This Q & A has been compiled from a live chat conducted on BabyChakra with a prenatal and lactat...

This Q & A has been compiled from a live chat conducted on BabyChakra with a prenatal and lactat...

This Q & A has been compiled from a live chat conducted on BabyChakra with a prenatal and lactat...

This Q & A has been compiled from a live chat conducted on BabyChakra with a Certified Professio...

This Q & A has been compiled from a live chat conducted on BabyChakra with a Certified Professio...

This Q & A has been compiled from a live chat conducted on BabyChakra with a prenatal and lactat...

Breast milk has enough calcium to meet the normal requirements of the baby. Even if your baby is tee...

In such a case, the mother should stay close to the baby at all times. She should cuddle her as much...

Small amounts of certain substances present in the mother's diet may pass unchanged into her breast...

The cause may be as simple as the mother beginning to smell different; for example, if she eats a lo...

Mother's milk is the best source of nutrition for an infant up to six months of age. Hence it is nat...

Breast milk is the best option for a baby under 6 months of age. Besides being healthy, it also help...

The breastfeeding experience of a mother can be divided into two phases. The first phase begins with...

How to pump and store breastmilk while breastfeeding? How long do I pump breast? How to pump and sto...

1. Why breastfeeding? Breast milk is a complete food to meet human infants' nutritional needs i.e....

Breastfeeding is one of the most important things that a mother can do for her child. Some of the w...

Today a lot of myths abound, thanks to this trend due to which a lot of women stop feeding their bab...

Breastmilk provides perfect nutrition for optimal development  of your baby. So, as you exclusi...

Hats off to the mums at BabyChakra on showing such strong commitment to breastfeeding. Here is a sel...

Early feeding not only meets immediate nutritional needs of growing child, but also does metabolic "...

"For mothers who constantly fret over their inadequate milk supply, here's a list of super foods tha...

It is normal and human for dads to feel left out and inadequate when moms breastfeed. Their role in...

Here's some truths a mother should know about breastfeeding. 1. Feeding intervals. Since formula is...

So here are some tips from a midwife of almost 2 decades to satisfy baby's hunger through breastfeed...

"And we have just the thing to get you started – your very own "workplace – breastfeedin...

You've already read all about the kind of foods you should include in your breastfeeding diet, but w...

As a new mom, you receive tons of advise and one of the things that is most discussed is whether to...

This is not a prescription  and for your specific needs you must consult a Lactation specialist...

Motherhood is one of the biggest experiences in a woman's life. I remember one of my close friends w...

After enjoying weeks of blissfulness with your new born baby, you realize your maternity leave is co...

Since time immemorial, mothers have been nursing their babies. Hence, it's ironical that in the pres...

If you try to breastfeed your twins, you won't make it long." Or my all time favorite, "You can't br...