Being heavy breasted meant that I had more storage space for milk, but I experienced a lot of blocked ducts as well. It was painful with many outburst of crying and moments where I felt like giving up. I was literally carrying melons.
It’s no surprise how the postpartum period finds a lot of moms overwhelmed. It’s hard to find any time for yourself when you're constantly attending to baby & focusing on your recovery. But did you know that your recovery also includes laughing? Being kinder to yourself? Moving your body and taking a shower? Yes it does, mamas. Looking after yourself is crucial in being able to love and care for your little bub as it cultivates a healthier bond for both mom and child.
After a year of juggling entrepreneurship and the corporate world, my insides were drained, and I was starting to lose focus on what's important. I felt poison creeping into my veins as I snapped at my kids. I wasn't sleeping well and I wasn't performing either. It was time—I had to let go and let God.
You're nearing the end of your pregnancy, you feel your water break, and your contractions begin. It's happening! Get your bags ready, and it's time to head to the hospital to welcome your precious one(s) into the world.
To start off, in no means is this a mom-shame, guilt-trip article. Nor is it an article advocating “breast is best” vs “fed is best”. No, this is purely for knowledge sharing for mothers who seek more information about the types of milk that are available and best for their baby.
Motherhood is meant be raw, its meant to be messy, its meant to be as nerve-wrecking but exhilarating as how it already feels between you and your baby.
Sleep deprivation is REAL. But that’s no reason to go on blamin’ and hatin’ night time breastfeeding. So with this post, I aspire to change your perspective on night time breastfeeding with fun facts on night feeds and how your lack of sleep is all worth it, Mamas!
When a woman says she’s experienced preterm labor (PTL), it basically means premature labor. Both carry the same meaning, whereby your body starts to get ready for birth a little too early during your pregnancy. An easy indicator of knowing whether you’re facing preterm labor is if you’re experiencing early symptoms as soon as 3 weeks prior your due date.
