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nipple shield sticker applied to the back of a nipple shield
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How to Apply, Use and Clean a Nipple Shield Sticker

If your nipple shield slides off halfway through a feed, you're not doing anything wrong. Shields move. Here's how a nipple shield sticker holds yours in place, how to apply and clean one, and what to check if your shield still slips.

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thin and flexible nipple shield in blush | Le Lolo
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How to Choose the Best Nipple Shield for Breastfeeding

Searching for the best nipple shield gives you a list of brands, which is the wrong answer to the right question. Fit, silicone thickness, shape and whether the thing stays on are what decide if a shield works for you. Here is how to size one properly, how to apply it so it does not slide, and how to check it is actually moving milk.

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What Is an Infant Feeding Specialist and When Should You See One?
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

What Is an Infant Feeding Specialist and When Should You See One?

In this article, Bryanna Shwarting, Speech-Language Pathologist,  Certified Lactation Professional (CLP), and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist explains what an Infant Feeding Specialist is and when it's the right time to see one. 

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Ice or Heat for a Clogged Milk Duct? What the Latest Guidance Says
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Ice or Heat for a Clogged Milk Duct? What the Latest Guidance Says

That tender little lump shows up, and your first thought is: warm compress or ice pack? Here's the thing, the answer has actually changed, and a lot of the advice still floating around is outdated. Let's clear up whether to reach for ice or heat on a clogged milk duct, plus the common mistake that quietly makes it worse.

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Breastfeeding mom using Cross-Cradle Breastfeeding Hold
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Top 3 Breastfeeding Positions For Newborns

Learn the top breastfeeding positions for newborns, including laid-back hold, cross-cradle hold, and football hold, with expert IBCLC tips to support a deeper latch, better milk transfer, and a more comfortable breastfeeding experience.

Read more
breastfeeding mom using a nipple shield
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Difficulty Latching While Breastfeeding? What Latch Issues Mean and How to Help Baby

Difficulty latching while breastfeeding is common, especially in the early days when both mom and baby are still learning. In this guide, we’re breaking down what latch issues can look like, why they happen, how to help baby latch more comfortably, and when to reach out to an IBCLC for extra support.

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Nipple Cream Lanolin Free: What’s the Difference Between Lanolin and Lanolin-Free Nipple Balm? Le Lolo
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Nipple Cream Lanolin Free: What’s the Difference Between Lanolin and Lanolin-Free Nipple Balm?

Wondering whether to choose lanolin or lanolin-free nipple cream? Here’s the difference, why some moms avoid lanolin, and how Beyond Balm supports breastfeeding and pumping moms with a beautiful lanolin-free option.

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How To Prevent Mastitis While Breastfeeding. What Do Early Signs Of Mastitis Feel Like? How To Prevent It And What To Do If You Get It. Le Lolo
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How To Prevent Mastitis While Breastfeeding. What Do Early Signs Of Mastitis Feel Like? How To Prevent It And What To Do If You Get It.

Mastitis is a common and painful condition that affects many breastfeeding moms, causing inflammation and often infection in the breast tissue. If you’re wondering how you can protect yourself and your baby from the discomfort and complications mastitis can bring, this article will guide you through understanding the causes, recognizing symptoms early, and learning effective prevention and treatment strategies.

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how to keep nipple shield in place
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How to Keep a Nipple Shield From Falling Off: The Most Simple Fix

For many moms, nipple shields can make the difference between giving up on breastfeeding and continuing their journey. But there’s one frustrating problem that many moms using a shield experiences: The nipple shield keeps falling off.  If you’ve ever struggled with this, you’re not alone. And there’s a simple solution.

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nipple shield sticker applied to the back of a nipple shield
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How to Apply, Use and Clean a Nipple Shield Sticker

If your nipple shield slides off halfway through a feed, you're not doing anything wrong. Shields move. Here's how a nipple shield sticker holds yours in place, how to apply and clean one, and what to check if your shield still slips.

Read more
thin and flexible nipple shield in blush | Le Lolo
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How to Choose the Best Nipple Shield for Breastfeeding

Searching for the best nipple shield gives you a list of brands, which is the wrong answer to the right question. Fit, silicone thickness, shape and whether the thing stays on are what decide if a shield works for you. Here is how to size one properly, how to apply it so it does not slide, and how to check it is actually moving milk.

Read more
What Is an Infant Feeding Specialist and When Should You See One?
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

What Is an Infant Feeding Specialist and When Should You See One?

In this article, Bryanna Shwarting, Speech-Language Pathologist,  Certified Lactation Professional (CLP), and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist explains what an Infant Feeding Specialist is and when it's the right time to see one. 

Read more
Ice or Heat for a Clogged Milk Duct? What the Latest Guidance Says
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Ice or Heat for a Clogged Milk Duct? What the Latest Guidance Says

That tender little lump shows up, and your first thought is: warm compress or ice pack? Here's the thing, the answer has actually changed, and a lot of the advice still floating around is outdated. Let's clear up whether to reach for ice or heat on a clogged milk duct, plus the common mistake that quietly makes it worse.

Read more
Breastfeeding mom using Cross-Cradle Breastfeeding Hold
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Top 3 Breastfeeding Positions For Newborns

Learn the top breastfeeding positions for newborns, including laid-back hold, cross-cradle hold, and football hold, with expert IBCLC tips to support a deeper latch, better milk transfer, and a more comfortable breastfeeding experience.

Read more
breastfeeding mom using a nipple shield
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Difficulty Latching While Breastfeeding? What Latch Issues Mean and How to Help Baby

Difficulty latching while breastfeeding is common, especially in the early days when both mom and baby are still learning. In this guide, we’re breaking down what latch issues can look like, why they happen, how to help baby latch more comfortably, and when to reach out to an IBCLC for extra support.

Read more
Nipple Cream Lanolin Free: What’s the Difference Between Lanolin and Lanolin-Free Nipple Balm? Le Lolo
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

Nipple Cream Lanolin Free: What’s the Difference Between Lanolin and Lanolin-Free Nipple Balm?

Wondering whether to choose lanolin or lanolin-free nipple cream? Here’s the difference, why some moms avoid lanolin, and how Beyond Balm supports breastfeeding and pumping moms with a beautiful lanolin-free option.

Read more
How To Prevent Mastitis While Breastfeeding. What Do Early Signs Of Mastitis Feel Like? How To Prevent It And What To Do If You Get It. Le Lolo
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How To Prevent Mastitis While Breastfeeding. What Do Early Signs Of Mastitis Feel Like? How To Prevent It And What To Do If You Get It.

Mastitis is a common and painful condition that affects many breastfeeding moms, causing inflammation and often infection in the breast tissue. If you’re wondering how you can protect yourself and your baby from the discomfort and complications mastitis can bring, this article will guide you through understanding the causes, recognizing symptoms early, and learning effective prevention and treatment strategies.

Read more
how to keep nipple shield in place
Breastfeeding Tips and Support

How to Keep a Nipple Shield From Falling Off: The Most Simple Fix

For many moms, nipple shields can make the difference between giving up on breastfeeding and continuing their journey. But there’s one frustrating problem that many moms using a shield experiences: The nipple shield keeps falling off.  If you’ve ever struggled with this, you’re not alone. And there’s a simple solution.

Read more

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