Why I’m not trying to lose the baby weight – Embracing the Roundness
The theme of my pregnancy with Elle was “embracing the roundness”. But, first, a little background info. I grew up very involved in all sorts activities…gymnastics, dance, horseback riding…you name...
View ArticleIf I’m the Breast Police, Are You a Hooter Hater?
Full disclosure: I posted a different version of this post a few days ago. I had a huge amount of feedback on various platforms and an unprecedented level of traffic to this site. To those of you...
View Article7 Cool facts about breastfeeding
It’s no secret that I’m a lactivist (lactation+activist), but it’s not because I’m anti-formula or disparaging of moms who bottle feed. It’s simply because, when possible, “breast” really is “best”....
View ArticleI’m a Lactivist…and I hated nursing
If you’ve been around Best of Baby for a while, you might have picked up on the fact I’m a lactivist…like really a lot. It’s hard not to be when there are so many amazing benefits to breastfeeding....
View ArticleThat Time My Baby Decided to Fast
From the moment my littlest bub was born, she was a fantastic nurser. She latched great, drank eagerly, and was content to nurse anywhere and everywhere. After the difficult start to my nursing...
View ArticleKiss Your Babies to Keep Them Healthy
I was at the library the other day when the sweet librarian says to my baby “Ooooh, you’re so cute! I just want to eat you up. Mmm. And sop you up with a biscuit!” Weird, no? But I kind of get it....
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