Moments in Matrescence Blog
By Taylor Chinenere, IBCLC.
A thoughtful library of lactation and infant feeding topics, as well as reflections on the motherhood journey.
Storage Guidelines for Expressed Breastmilk
How long can you store breastmilk? Recommendations for different storage methods, and nuance explained for questions like ice packs, high lipase, reusing leftover milk from a feed, and more.
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It’s Time that “Hunger Cues” got a Rebrand
In the early days of breastfeeding, many parents worry about milk supply when their newborn wants to feed frequently. This post explores why common “hunger cues” are often better understood as breast cues, how normal newborn behaviour is frequently misunderstood, and why frequent feeding is a typical part of establishing…
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Lactation-Friendly Cold and Flu Season Supports
Tired of googling what you can take for that sore throat or headache during lactation? I am observing a trend popping up in my practice lately; a small (but significant-enough to write this post) influx of low milk supply consults where panicked mothers are trying to make sense of why their…
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I need to use formula for my Baby… How do I choose?
Choosing a baby formula can feel overwhelming—especially in a market saturated with aggressive marketing and confusing claims. This evidence-informed guide breaks down the main types of infant formula available in Canada, explains how to read labels beyond the branding, and explores key considerations like ingredients, macronutrients, cost, and availability. Designed…
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Breastfeeding After Belly Birth: Considerations and Tips for Breastfeeding After Cesarean (C-section).
Perhaps you are planning a surgical (cesarean or c-section) birth, or perhaps this becomes your birth story unexpectedly. Cesarean delivery is the most commonly performed surgery worldwide, and it is extremely common in the Western world. In parts of Canada, as much as 32.5% of babies are born via cesarean(1).…
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Your Milk is Medicine.
Your milk is medicine. Not just in what it delivers- Not just in how it heals- Not just in what it builds….
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