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Let’s Talk About It: Intimacy While Breastfeeding From a NICU RN, IBCLC, and mama who gets it
💕 Intimacy While Breastfeeding: What No One Talks About
Breastfeeding changes everything — including intimacy. In this post, NICU RN, IBCLC, and mom of 3 Shannon Pratten breaks down how hormones l...

Breastfeeding Basics
What I Wish I Knew Before I Started Breastfeeding From a NICU RN, IBCLC, and Mom Who Breastfed All Her Babies Till Four
What I Wish I Knew Before I Started Breastfeeding
From NICU RN, IBCLC, and mom of 3 who nursed till 4
Breastfeeding is natural — but it’s also emotional, skill-based, and deeply personal. In this h...

Breastfeeding Basics
Choline: The Unsung Hero of Baby Brain Gains (and Why Eggs Are Basically Prenatal Superstars)
Choline is a crucial but often overlooked nutrient for pregnancy and breastfeeding. It supports baby’s brain development, reduces inflammation, and can help prevent plugged ducts—making it a natura...

