The act of breastfeeding has often been likened to a dance—parent and baby move together to figure out their own unique rhythm and fit.…
Author: Tipper Gallagher, IBCLC
Tiffany (Tipper) Gallagher, BA, IBCLC, RLC, is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant serving the Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, metro area. In her private lactation consulting practice, she provides in-home visits for families experiencing breastfeeding difficulties as well as prenatal and postnatal education in private and group settings. Tipper melds her passions for writing, advocacy, and sharing evidence-based information by blogging at www.theboobgeek.com, presenting at conferences, and actively participating in professional organizations.
Oversupply: Too much of a good thing
With the emphasis put on building a good milk supply—which, don't get me wrong, is important—and the folks who talk about all of the…
The top two questions an IBCLC hears
What are the top two questions posed to IBCLCs and other breastfeeding peers and professionals? How do I make enough milk? and Is my…
How do I make enough breastmilk for my baby?
Concerns about milk supply top the list of new-parent worries. Almost everyone who breastfeeds wonders, at some point, if they are making enough milk. The…
Is my baby getting enough breastmilk?
How do you know if your breastfed baby is getting enough to eat? The answers lie in their diapers and on a scale. If…
Please don’t feed your baby homemade formula
There are few topics in parenting where I will put on my stern mom voice and tell you what to do. Many of our choices…
Nursing in public: you’ve got some nerve
What you will read below may shock you. Can you believe the nerve of some people? "Some breastfeeding mothers feel it's their God-given right…
7 ways parenting is like knitting
I have something exciting to share with you all: I feel as if I have the time and brain cells to pick up my…
Twin Cities breastfeeding help: Know your options
The Twin Cities is positively engorged (I do apologize for the pun) with options for help for breastfeeding/lactating people. We have a thriving community…
Holiday tips for breastfeeding families
Ah, the holidays. Good food, good cheer, family togetherness (which has its pros and cons), and people passing around the baby for snuggles. For…