Our bodies are amazing! Not only are a lot of mamas able to feed their babies with their breast milk, but they’re also able to increase the volume of milk they’re producing for future use. Do you want to increase your milk supply? Adding pumping into your...
I’m a lactation consultant that helps women on their breastfeeding journey. I’m also a mom of three. I know the benefits of choosing to breastfeed your baby when they come into the world. The World Health Organization and other respected health bodies recommend that...
Something that I want every new mom to know is that it’s okay to struggle with breastfeeding. Unfortunately, our babies don’t come out of the womb knowing how to latch. Welcoming your new little one into the world and then finding feeding them to be a challenge can be...
Taking your baby from breast to bottle may seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. Knowing a few tips and tricks for introducing your baby to a bottle can make the whole process less stressful and way more comfortable for you. Plus, for a busy...
Should you be getting up and pumping breastmilk for your newborn baby? Getting up in the middle of the night is not necessary. You should be sleeping if your baby is sleeping! Hang with me, I’m about the explain why. Watch the full video here....
Even though breastfeeding your baby is completely natural, it doesn’t mean it’s easy! Getting your baby to latch, knowing when to feed, and getting the perfect feeding position down can be really overwhelming. Luckily, there are some things you can do to help the...
Do you know how to properly prepare formula? What about if you need to supplement formula along with feeding breastmilk? Do you know how to navigate that? If not, I’m about to give you my recommendations and hopefully answer a lot of your questions!...
There is so much to prepare when you’re awaiting the birth of your new baby. You’re reading books and blogs (if this is your first time to Baby Settler, welcome!), nesting by getting the baby things ready, and exploring names and their meanings. If you’re planning on...
When someone asks me for suggestions for breastfeeding moms, I never hesitate to share these lifesaving tips! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzjteXSPE-o&t=70s Here’s the first tip for you: Feed on cue. Feed baby more frequently during the day. Feeding your baby...
Baby Settler Blog“How do I get my baby to extend their nap?” Hillary Sadler | March 23, 2021I get asked this question multiple times each week. My response is always, “Tell me a little more about your baby’s nap routine.” Let me share a truth with you. Most babies (I...
