Hub City Doula

09/15/2025

The season of coughs and colds is upon us!
Allergy season never left us 😩😩

Knowing what medication you can take while breastfeeding is an important part of maintaining your milk supply and also making sure your baby isn't exposed to something harmful.

And absolutely yes- You should continue to feed your baby at the breast, even if you are sick and they aren't! Breastmilk is rich in natural antibodies, and chances are if you are sick they were already exposed. You may notice increased cluster feeding when they are fighting illness, however feel free to reach out if you are concerned for your supply. ✨️

Get more information at:
https://infantrisk.com/content/cough-cold-medications-while-breastfeeding

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07/14/2025

Your colostrum adapts to your baby's size, gestation, and health status! How amazing is that ✨️

Although colostrum and mature milk are well studied, less is known about how colostrum composition varies across different birthweight categories in term infants.

This cross-sectional study (N = 252) compared colostrum collected on postpartum day 2 from individuals who delivered term infants classified as small (SGA), appropriate (AGA), or large (LGA) for gestational age.

Results showed:
🔹 Higher protein content in colostrum from the SGA and LGA groups compared to AGA
🔹 Higher carbohydrate content in the LGA group compared to AGA
🔹 No differences in fat or energy content

Multivariate analysis confirmed that SGA and LGA status were independently associated with higher protein levels, and LGA status was also associated with higher carbohydrate levels.

These findings suggest that macronutrient composition in colostrum may adapt based on infant size at birth, even when gestational age is similar. Further research is needed to understand the implications for early infant feeding and metabolism.

Citation: Arayici S, Alyamac Dizdar E, Kadioglu Simsek G, Sari FN. Relationship Between Birthweight for Gestational Age and Colostrum Macronutrient Composition: A Comparative Analysis in Small, Appropriate, and Large for Gestational Age Infants. Journal of Human Lactation. 2025;41(3):371-378. doi:10.1177/08903344251342561

05/14/2025

Do you ever find yourself asking, 'Do I have enough milk for my baby?' You're definitely not alone! Discover helpful insights and advice in our new blog post! Read more here: https://wix.to/wHd56Lq

Do I have enough milk for my baby? This is a common worry for many new breastfeeding mothers, and it’s completely normal! In those first few days after birth, you'll notice your little one wanting to breastfeed more frequently, and they might seem a bit fussy at times. It’s essential to remember...