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Starting solids is an exciting milestone in your baby's development. It’s a time of exploration, new tastes, and a shift in feeding routines. For breastfeeding parents, this transition raises quest...

Most mums struggle with the reality of the impending arrival of their new baby. First time mums often feel nervous about the road ahead and for mums with a child at home, every new baby is a comple...

Breastmilk is the optimal start for any baby, (World Health Organisation). However, for some mums, it can take time for their milk supply to be established, especially for those whose bubs are born...

Breastfeeding in public remains a topic ripe with mixed feelings and attitudes. Many new mothers find themselves navigating a mix of emotions from personal discomfort and societal judgment. However...

Breastfeeding is an intimate and nurturing experience between mother and baby, but it can sometimes be marred by unexpected challenges such as thrush. This fungal infection, predominantly caused by...

Many babies around 4 to 7 months of age can suddenly become easily distracted when feeding. At this age, your little one is more aware of their environment, you may notice them becoming easily dist...

Is it really OK to continue breastfeeding during pregnancy?  Embarking on the journey of pregnancy while breastfeeding can bring up a myriad of questions and concerns. This blog post is dedicated...

The first time you hold your newborn for a breastfeed can be a mix of emotions. Their delicate size, combined with the responsibility of positioning them correctly for feeding, can feel overwhelmin...

Forbes has spotlighted Lactamo as one of 4 "revolutionary companies" redefining the support system for breastfeeding with femtech innovation.

Understanding how lifestyle choices, like consuming alcohol, can affect your baby can be confusing. Many breastfeeding mothers wonder if it's safe to have a drink and how it might impact their brea...

  Embarking on your breastfeeding journey immediately after a caesarean section (C-section) can be daunting, but with the right information and support, you can help set yourself up for success.   ...

With the myriad of guidelines and recommendations available, knowing how to store breastmilk safely can be confusing, and it's one of the most common concerns for new mothers.  We spoke with Courtn...

Many new parents often want to understand how they can identify and manage newborn cluster feeding. Cluster feeding is normal baby behaviour and it doesn’t necessarily mean there is anything wrong ...

Breastfeeding is a wonderful and organic experience, however, it can present its unique challenges, particularly for first-time mothers. With an abundance of advice and tips available online, it's ...

Transitioning back to work after maternity leave marks a significant new chapter in a mother's life. It's a period of adaptation and change, and for breastfeeding mothers, it often brings concerns ...

Anna Lahey, a successful entrepreneur and a dedicated mother of four, wears multiple hats. As the dynamic founder of the global beauty brand Vida Glow, Anna's journey from the company's inception i...

Discover effective remedies and expert tips for nipple pain during breastfeeding Learn why breastfeeding may cause discomfort, when it's normal, and when to seek help. Learn how to find relief and ...

Fitness and wellness guru, Lauren Vickers, found an incredible way to turn a breastfeeding challenge into a win when at eight months old her son Maverick decided the bottle just wasn’t for him. ...

Learn how to navigate your baby's first teeth with Susie Prout. Discover when babies start teething and what to do if your baby bites while breastfeeding. 

Oxytocin is a hormone often referred to as the “love hormone” because of its role in promoting feelings of trust and attachment. Oxytocin is produced in the hypothalamus, a region of the brain, and...

Co-founder of The Memo, a feel-good parenting destination helping to make big decisions easy, Phoebe Simmonds is calling on brands and businesses to start listening to new mums to make their breast...

Choosing to breastfeed is just the first step on an incredible journey of new learnings and discoveries for you and your baby.   Along the way, new mamas may come up against some big challenges.   ...

Mum of two, Emma Skea, could never have predicted what her breastfeeding journey would look like when at just 33 weeks pregnant, she went into labour.    “Waking up in the middle of the night I re...

Blocked milk ducts (also known as plugged or clogged milk ducts) are one of the more common issues for breastfeeding mamas. If you’ve experienced a blocked duct you're certainly not alone – around ...

GP and International Board-Certified lactation consultant Eliza Hannam is a busy mum of three children. Here she shares her breastfeeding journey, and the one piece of advice she wished she could h...

Understanding breast anatomy when you’re trying to breastfeed might help explain some of the changes and challenges many new mamas experience and help overcome some of the more common breastfeeding...

Founder of Lactamo, lawyer, and mum of four, Etta Watts-Russell, shares her story.  I had my first baby, Emilia in 2011. In my heart I knew I would be able to breastfeed, that it would naturally j...

Breastfeeding begins after your baby is born, right? Actually, there are ways you can get ready while you’re still pregnant. More and more mamas are preparing for breastfeeding with antenatal hand ...

Pumping, expressing – whatever you call it, many mamas do it over the course of their breastfeeding journey. But some mamas become exclusive pumpers. Exclusive pumper and CLC in training Dani Barne...

Painful, engorged breasts and an unhappy baby – do I have a breast milk oversupply? An overabundant milk supply can be uncomfortable and distressing. Midwife, nurse, and lactation consultant Kate V...

Having a baby can turn your world upside down, and advice (whether you’re looking for it or not) is everywhere. So how do you work out which parenting path to take? One of Australia’s best-known br...

If you’ve ever worried that your baby isn’t getting enough breast milk, you’re not alone. Concern about low milk supply is common among breastfeeding mamas. Nurse, midwife, and lactation consultant...

The prospect of giving birth can be daunting for any mama. Proactively preparing for labour can help alleviate these feelings, and one method that’s growing in popularity is hypnobirthing. We chat ...

One of the most common breastfeeding problems is an illness called mastitis. It seems to come out of nowhere and can leave you feeling simply awful. The good news is it’s very treatable. We chatted...

August 1st marks the start of World Breastfeeding Week 2022! It’s our favourite week of the year. And to mark World Breastfeeding Week this August, Lactamo decided to check in on Australia with a b...

Unsure if your baby is getting enough milk or hitting their weight goals? We chat with Dr Reena Murray about this common breastfeeding question and the important signs that your baby is well-fed.

Becoming a mama can be one of life’s biggest moments. While there can be incredible highs, there can also be many lows and unexpected challenges along the way.  Mamas can encounter a range of sympt...

Breastfeeding can take plenty of time and practice to get it right. From finding a comfortable position to securing a deep latch, these movements and postures can involve some trial and error for b...

Finding ways to settle bub and give them the rest they need to grow and thrive will probably involve plenty of trial and error. Plus, what works one day might not work the next (and that’s totally ...

In this blog, Midwife and Lactation Consultant Amber Gibson explores what to expect during your fourth trimester, how to prepare for breastfeeding and the benefits of breast massage when navigating...

In this blog, Tanya Maschio (Founder of Thrive Lactation and Parenting Support) shares her expert insights about the difference between foremilk vs hindmilk, how fat levels shift in our breastmilk ...

There’s a lot of change that happens when we become a new mum. Along with our bodies and our lifestyle, one of the biggest changes we might encounter is our desire for sex during breastfeeding.  N...

Out of all the challenges you might encounter during your breastfeeding journey, breast refusal can be one of the toughest. In this blog, Lactation Consultant Sarah Thijs (@thebreasthelp) explains ...

Discover what antenatal expressing is, the power of colostrum and how breast massage can help you when expressing before birth.

Bringing new life into the world is an exhilarating experience. In fact, planning how you’ll navigate labour and birth is likely to be a main focus for you during your pregnancy.  But, once the rol...

Discover breast massage benefits, how it can help with healthy breastfeeding, the most common breastfeeding challenges and how breast massage can help.

With over 10 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant and Sleep Consultant (and a mama herself) Courtney shares her insights about breastfeeding and how mamas can identify and ...