Why is colostrum so important?
You may have heard colostrum described as liquid gold – and not just because it’s yellow! We explore why it is such a precious first food for your breastfeeding newborn
11 different breastfeeding positions
You may need to try a few breastfeeding positions before finding a favourite that works best for you and your baby. Check out our picture gallery for inspiration
Choosing your Medela breast shield size
Do you feel unexpressed milk after pumping? Does your nipple rub the tunnel sides? For these or other reasons you may want to consider trying a new breast shield size. Follow the instructions in the downloadable guide or in the animation below
9 breastfeeding problems in the first month – solved
Expert advice on overcoming common breastfeeding problems during the first month of breastfeeding
What is mature breast milk?
From around the time your baby is a month old, your breast milk is fully mature. From now on, the composition of your breast milk won’t change much – unless your baby needs extra protection
Breastfeeding in the first month: What to expect
Confused about building and establishing your milk supply? If you need help or support, or just want to know what to expect, read our guide on breastfeeding in the first month
How to get breastfeeding support
Many mums find they need breastfeeding support, especially when their baby first arrives. So where can you go to find it?
6 simple steps to a good breastfeeding latch
In order to get enough milk while breastfeeding your baby needs a good latch – but it isn’t always easy to achieve. Here’s expert advice to help him latch on correctly and comfortably
Breast milk bank
Breast milk contains nutrients and antibodies that are essential for babies’ development, particularly for those born prematurely. When these babies cannot be breastfed by their mothers, pasteurised donor human milk from a milk bank is the next-best solution
What to expect when bringing your baby home
It’s the time when new parents realise their lives have changed forever. Here’s how to navigate that exciting, but sometimes overwhelming, first 48 hours at home with your newborn
