Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding in public: Tim Hortons tells woman to cover up

Breastfeeding in public: Tim Hortons tells woman to cover up

A Tweed, Ont., breastfeeding support group stages a nurse-in at local Tim Hortons after woman asked to cover up while feeding her child.

Emma Waverman

Breastfeeding contracts: Have we gone too far? (UPDATED!)

Breastfeeding contracts: Have we gone too far? (UPDATED!)

Women who give birth in BC's Fraser Health hospitals are asked to sign an Infant Feeding Declaration with regards to breastfeeding.

Jennifer Pinarski

Alanis Morissette shares photo for World Breastfeeding Week

Alanis Morissette shares photo for World Breastfeeding Week

The Canadian singer uses her legendary voice in support of World Breastfeeding Week. Check out the Alanis Morissette breastfeeding photo and her caption.

Haley Overland

How #FreeTheNipple is fighting to change social media policies

How #FreeTheNipple is fighting to change social media policies

Photos showing women's nipples were once banned from certain social media outlets. The #FreeTheNipple campaign is fighting to change those policies.

Emma Waverman

Mother's Instagram deactivated after breastfeeding photo

Mother's Instagram deactivated after breastfeeding photo

Instagram controversially suspends one woman's account over her breastfeeding photos.

Emma Waverman

Breastfeeding ads show ridiculousness of nursing on the toilet

Breastfeeding ads show ridiculousness of nursing on the toilet

An ad campaign in Texas revolving around the legalities of breastfeeding in public sparks controversy.

Emma Waverman

10 tips for breastfeeding multiples

10 tips for breastfeeding multiples

Get advice on nursing twins, triplets (or more!) from our lactation consultant.

Teresa Pitman

Your Guide to Newborn Sleeping Habits

Your Guide to Newborn Sleeping Habits

Safe sleep guidelines can be overwhelming for new parents. From co-sleeping to SIDS, here's how to make sure your baby sleeps soundly and safely.

Cathie Kryczka and Susan Spicer

Breastfeeding basics: What you need to know

Breastfeeding basics: What you need to know

How often should you nurse? How do you know if the latch is right? Don’t sweat it–learning to breastfeed takes practise. Here’s how to make it easier for you and your babe.

Teresa Pitman

Run-at-home mom: How do you handle parenting criticism?

Run-at-home mom: How do you handle parenting criticism?

When it comes to different parenting styles, Jennifer believes there should be less criticism and more open, friendly discussion.

Jennifer Pinarski

Alicia Silverstone launches breastmilk-sharing program

Alicia Silverstone launches breastmilk-sharing program

Alicia Silverstone has launched a new breastmilk sharing program.

Haley Overland

Breastfeeding: When to start weaning

Breastfeeding: When to start weaning

Think you're ready to phase out breastfeeding? Here's how to start weaning your little one.

Alex Mlynek

Breastfeeding and caffeine consumption

Breastfeeding and caffeine consumption

A new study proves that caffeine consumption while breastfeeding won’t keep your newborn up all night (and day).

Alex Mlynek

Is any breast best?

Is any breast best?

A growing number of parents are feeding their babies breastmilk from women they meet online. Would you?

Laura Bickle

10 tips for breastfeeding in public

10 tips for breastfeeding in public

Teresa Pitman

Top 13 tips for breastfeeding during pregnancy and beyond

Top 13 tips for breastfeeding during pregnancy and beyond

Pregnant, but want to keep nursing? Our lactation expert’s advice will help you do this.

Teresa Pitman

New mom: Helpful breastfeeding tips

New mom: Helpful breastfeeding tips

Helpful tips for a smooth start to nursing your baby.

Teresa Pitman

15 breastfeeding problems and how to solve them

15 breastfeeding problems and how to solve them

Get breastfeeding problem-solving tips from lactation consultant Teresa Pitman.

Teresa Pitman

10 ways to prevent breastfeeding problems

10 ways to prevent breastfeeding problems

Lactation expert Teresa Pitman shares the top ways to stop breastfeeding issues before they begin.

Teresa Pitman

Baby-led weaning: 3 tips

Toddler development

Baby-led weaning: 3 tips

Some kids just decide that a sippy cup is easier than the breast

Teresa Pitman