Mahala Lactation and Perinatal Services, LLC

02/20/2022

Mom Elana Meyers Taylor calls the Beijing Games “the most challenging Olympics” she’s been to — and that has nothing to do with her sport.

03/23/2020

Breastfeeding guidelines during Covid-19

01/09/2019

Alcohol and breastfeeding

With holiday parties coming...today's topic for
**MYTH-BUSTING MONDAY**

1) Can I drink alcohol while breastfeeding?!
2) Is 'pumping and dumping' necessary?!

ANSWERS: 1) YES! 2) NO! 👍👍

"Current research says that occasional use of alcohol (1-2 drinks) does not appear to be harmful to the nursing baby...mothers who ingest alcohol in moderate amounts can generally return to breastfeeding as soon as they feel neurologically normal.”

"There is no need to pump & dump milk after drinking alcohol, other than for mom’s comfort — pumping & dumping does not speed the elimination of alcohol from the milk."

READ MORE HERE:
https://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/lifestyle/alcohol/

12/12/2018

A reminder this holiday season...

With holiday parties coming...today's topic for
**MYTH-BUSTING MONDAY**

1) Can I drink alcohol while breastfeeding?!
2) Is 'pumping and dumping' necessary?!

ANSWERS: 1) YES! 2) NO! 👍👍

"Current research says that occasional use of alcohol (1-2 drinks) does not appear to be harmful to the nursing baby...mothers who ingest alcohol in moderate amounts can generally return to breastfeeding as soon as they feel neurologically normal.”

"There is no need to pump & dump milk after drinking alcohol, other than for mom’s comfort — pumping & dumping does not speed the elimination of alcohol from the milk."

READ MORE HERE:
https://kellymom.com/bf/can-i-breastfeed/lifestyle/alcohol/

10/04/2018

Have you noticed that during your monthly well visits with your pediatrician, he or she has started to broach the subject of starting solids with your little one? Some doctors say 4 months, some say 6 months...who truly knows? Your baby! He/she will show you with some of these readiness signs: https://kellymom.com/nutrition/starting-solids/solids-when/

Our Baby's First Foods class, scheduled for October 19. 2018, with Caitlin Karin, RDN with Mom-N-Tot Nutrition (http://momntotnutrition.com) will address any questions or concerns you have regarding starting solid foods with your little one. It is recommended that families take the class when their babies are between the ages of 3-7months. Should you have any friends who might like to attend, it is open to the general public, also. Feel free to pass the word along!

One can register here.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/starting-solids-babys-first-foods-workshop-tickets-45091875012?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=escb&utm-source=cp&utm-term=listing

STARTING SOLIDS: BABY’S FIRST FOODS WORKSHOP After mastering the first few months of feeding your child breastmilk and/or formula, you are now starting to wonder about taking the next step. Will you start with infant cereals or whole foods? How much will you give and how will you know when they’...

09/17/2018

We believe that good nutrition continues beyond breastfeeding. Therefore, we are happy to welcome Caitlin Karin, RDN with Mom-N-Tot Nutrition (http://momntotnutrition.com) to help us find a way to get out of the rut of lunch-making for our toddlers and school-aged children. Come join us on September 29, 2018 to learn more! Cost is only $25!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/packing-a-better-lunchbox-tickets-45091812826?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=escb&utm-source=cp&utm-term=listing

Tired of the mundane sandwiches and pretzels you regularly pack for school? Does some or most of your child’s lunch come back home untouched? Well it’s time to jazz things up a bit and get everyone, including yourself, excited about lunch again! Not only will you learn some new kid friendly reci...

06/26/2018

Only 4 more seats remain for this Wednesday's Baby's First Foods Class at our Hackettstown location! It is recommended for families with babies between the ages of 3-7 months. Do not hesitate to register, as they will go fast!

STARTING SOLIDS: BABY’S FIRST FOODS WORKSHOP After mastering the first few months of feeding your child breastmilk and/or formula, you are now starting to wonder about taking the next step. Will you start with infant cereals or whole foods? How much will you give and how will you know when they’...

06/13/2018

Have you noticed that during your monthly well visits with your pediatrician, he or she has started to broach the subject of starting solids with your little one? Some doctors say 4 months, some say 6 months...who truly knows? Your baby! He/she will show you with some of these readiness signs: https://kellymom.com/nutrition/starting-solids/solids-when/

Our Baby's First Foods class, hosted by Caitlin Karin, RDN with Mom-N-Tot Nutrition (http://momntotnutrition.com) will address any questions or concerns you have regarding starting solid foods with your little one. It is recommended that families take the class when their babies are between the ages of 3-7months. Should you have any friends who might like to attend, it is open to the general public, also. Feel free to pass the word along! One can register here.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/starting-solids-babys-first-foods-workshop-tickets-45091656358

STARTING SOLIDS: BABY’S FIRST FOODS WORKSHOP After mastering the first few months of feeding your child breastmilk and/or formula, you are now starting to wonder about taking the next step. Will you start with infant cereals or whole foods? How much will you give and how will you know when they’...

05/21/2018

Are you expecting your second baby? Have a toddler at home? How can a mama with a newborn balance breastfeeding with a toddler at home? Here are some fantastic tips!

We can help you prepare, too, call to schedule a prenatal visit to discuss your previous breastfeeding experience (it can be cathartic to talk through any difficulties from the first time around), refresh your memory about how to get things off to a good start, and to prepare for life with two (or more).

First off, per a wise friend of mine who is a mom of five: Be creative, patient, and hold tight to your sense of humor!

05/14/2018

Our May Meet Up is happening at our Hackettstown Location. Please let us know if you can make it!

Our monthly Mahala Meet-up is a warm place where our community comes together to support each other in person - to foster connection and support all mothers need. A place where we can gather to ask questions, weigh in, or just to get out of the house! Babies are welcome! Feel free to bring a blanket...

05/14/2018

Yes, getting over the hump of the 4th trimester can seem momentous. As your little one grows, he or she will begin to become more engaged and interested in his or her surroundings and parts of your body.

Check out this KellyMom article that discusses Breastfeeding Manners.

Kneading, patting, twiddling, scratching, pinching, grabbing mom's nose, biting, pulling at mom's shirt, playing with or pulling mom's hair, blowing raspberries on mom's breast, breastfeeding standing up, breastfeeding upside down, acrobatic breastfeeding...