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  • Treatments for Mastitis

    Mastitis is a painful condition that occurs when a plugged duct leads to breast milk stasis (the milk stops moving), or when an introduction of bac...

  • How to do a Therapeutic Breast Massage and Hand Express Milk

    By: Jordan Berns The subject of breast pain is an important one to talk about, especially because mastitis, plugged ducts, and engorgement are the ...

  • Learn How to Detect for Mastitis at Home

    Learn How to Detect for Mastitis at Home While many mothers have either experienced mastitis or have heard of it, the actual definition is often fu...

  • Mastitis and Other Diseases Carried Through Breast Milk

    Mastitis and Other Diseases Carried Through Breast Milk By: Jordan Berns Some women have a pain-free time breastfeeding, but 10 to 33% of women exp...

  • Breastfeeding Support During the Formula Shortage

    Many parents are wondering how there could be a shortage of infant formula and what they can do to get through the crisis. When the pandemic struck...

  • Mastitis, Breastfeeding, and Antibiotics: 5 Things You Need to Know

    By: Jordan Berns Over the course of one year, the average breastfeeding woman spends about 1,800 hours nursing her baby. That’s almost the equivale...

  • Guest Opinion: Your Guide to Mastitis & Nutrition - Using Food for Prevention and Treatment

    Your Guide to Mastitis & Nutrition - Using Food for Prevention and Treatment By Nina-Marie Rueda What is mastitis and how can nutrition help? M...

  • What is Mastitis and How To Prevent It

    By: Jordan Berns When you begin breastfeeding, it is natural to have some worry thoughts here and there. You might worry if your baby will latch ea...