Latch On: The Blog

The Theme of Black Breastfeeding Week 2024 is: Listen Up! Reclaiming Our Narrative and Centering our Stories for Breastfeeding Justice....

Important note: I write this post by popular request, not because any nursing mother should feel that she must introduce a bottle to her...

Breastfeeding does not have to be all or nothing. Setting breastfeeding boundaries can be a loving and gentle process, not a harsh or...

Breastfeeding is a deeply personal and often beautiful experience between you and your baby. However, there can be challenges along the...

Breastfeeding is a beautiful and natural way to nourish your baby, providing them with the best possible start in life. However, the...

From Fashion Designer to Founder of Breast Dressed With a background in fashion design, I've spent the past 14 years working as a...

If you had asked, I would have bet our house that I would not be able to wean our sensitive, stubborn, strong-willed three year old off...

Breastfeeding is often portrayed as a beautiful, natural bonding experience between mother and baby. However, for many mothers, the...

For many new mothers, the dietary guidance provided during breastfeeding often feels vague and unhelpful. Recommendations such as “Eat a...

I share this post because I get asked about breastfeeding and weight loss all the time, not because I believe that any lactating mother...

I remember reading so much advice about breastfeeding when my son was newborn and much of it recommended that I rest as much as possible...

Breastfeeding is often described as a journey filled with both joy and challenges. While low milk supply is a common concern for many...

When you consider stopping breastfeeding, it's important to recognise the significant hormonal shifts that accompany this transition....

As a mother navigating the beautiful journey of breastfeeding, you may find yourself pondering a common question: Can I get pregnant...

In the vast tapestry of nature, there exist humble yet extraordinary elements—breast milk and dandelions, often overlooked, yet brimming...

Breastfeeding mothers often have a myriad of questions about what they can or cannot consume while nursing their infants, I know that...

Did you know that up to 90% of UK mums and 60% of US mothers stop breastfeeding before they truly want to? It's a staggering statistic...

Breastfeeding mothers often scrutinize their diets, considering how their food choices may impact the quality and composition of their...

Just for the record, I did barely any (if any) HIIT exercise while I was breastfeeding! This was because I simply did not have the...

Breastfeeding has been lauded for its numerous health benefits for both infants and mothers - and rightly so! However, one persistent...