by Josephine Bloomfield | Oct 26, 2021 | Blog, Feeding and Nutrition, Postpartum, Pregnancy
One of the most effective ways to prepare for your up-coming birth is to feed your body nutritious fuel. When we’re in the 3rd trimester, our bodies are gearing up for labor and expending A LOT of energy to make sure our babies are ready for life outside of our...
by Homegrown Families | Oct 12, 2020 | Feeding and Nutrition, Newborns
Did you know it’s totally normal for infants to hold out on pooping for up to TWO WEEKS?! Even though it’s natural, and actually more common in breastfed babies, it can be really uncomfortable for you and your little one. Why does this happen? Babies go through phases...
by Homegrown Families | Aug 20, 2020 | Breastfeeding, Feeding and Nutrition
When Chama asked me to write this post, in her text, she wrote “low glandular tissue.” For several hours I have been reflecting on how differently that sits with me than what is commonly referred to as insufficient glandular tissue or IGT. There is something about...
by Homegrown Families | Nov 15, 2017 | Breastfeeding, Feeding and Nutrition, Parenting, What's the 411?
Q: “I have a two week old and my milk supply is dwindling quickly despite pumping every three hours. We are supplementing with formula, and will likely, despite many tears, be needing to switch to formula full time. I need help and would love the download on formula!...
by Homegrown Families | Apr 17, 2017 | Blog, Feeding and Nutrition
Sunny days are getting longer, dogwoods are blooming, farmer’s markets are opening back up, and kids are hungry! This month we celebrate the sprouting of spring with some fun and easy ideas to keep your little ones (and yourself) well-fed and happy as you venture out...
