Common misconceptions on foods eaten by breastfeeding Mums in Kenya
Typically, first-time mums in Kenya need help to learn how to breastfeed properly while eating the right foods for maximum production of breast milk....
Nutritional Guidelines
Mothers often have questions about which foods are important to eat, how much and which foods should be avoided during breastfeeding. For most breastfeeding...
Sustaining Breastfeeding
Support System
Breastfeeding is more than a way to feed a baby – it becomes a lifestyle. Fathers and other special support persons can be...
Foods to avoid when breastfeeding in Kenya
In Kenya, the majority of mums go back to their pre-pregnancy diet after delivery with the introduction of a few foods to help in...
Simple Meal Plan for First Time Mums when Breastfeeding
Below is a simple sample meal plan that can be adopted by new mums and customized to meet their personal needs.
Monday:
Breakfast: Fried eggs, wholemeal...
Common Breastfeeding Challenges
Breastfeeding can be challenging at times, especially in the early days. But it is important to remember that you are not alone. Below are...
Tips for Successful Breastfeeding
During pregnancy, your breasts swell as milk-producing cells grow. Milk flows through ducts into small “pockets” under the dark area around the nipple (the...
How to Express Milk by Hand Or Machine
How to Express Milk by Hand Or Machine. Breast milk is essential for babies. To ensure that your baby has adequate milk supply you...
Feeding Your Baby After Going Back to Work
Cup Feeding
You can choose to cup feed your baby which is usually the recommended way as it has the following benefits:
• Easy to clean with...
A Comprehensive Guide to Storing Breastmilk
Storage of Breast milk. Working mothers or others who are pumping breastmilk for their infants should store the milk in the cleanest and safest...
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Changes that take place when mums stop breastfeeding
The decision to stop breastfeeding is usually a personal one for many mums in Kenya with many doing it at the onset of weaning....
Foods to avoid when breastfeeding in Kenya
In Kenya, the majority of mums go back to their pre-pregnancy diet after delivery with the introduction of a few foods to help in...
How to Bottle Feed a Breastfeeding Baby
Bottles are not recommended before breastfeeding has been well established as this could lead to ‘nipple confusion’ and your baby may become accustomed to...
