Tag Archives: breastfeeding

Your Baby May Be Drinking…But Still Leaving Hungry!

My baby is always hungry. I don’t think I’m producing enough breast milk. If you’ve ever thought this, you’re not alone – it’s one of the commonest worries new mothers have. But here’s something you need to know – not … Continue reading

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My Baby Feeds All Night…Is This Okay?

12 am – 4 am…and the baby still wants to feed?! Q: Good morning, Doctor. My wife is doing exclusive breast feeding but my daughter sucks intensively, an average of 14hrs everyday…she could suck from 12am to 4am sometimes, making … Continue reading

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Will My Baby Survive If I Can’t Breastfeed Within The First 30 Minutes Of Birth?

Q: Hey doctor, thanks so much for helping us young mothers. May God richly bless you..What can be given to a new born baby like 30mins old baby crying and the mother’s breast milk has not started coming out???? A: … Continue reading

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Sadness while Breastfeeding!

Why do I feel sad when breastfeeding? The month of May is Maternal Mental Awareness Month. In honour of that, I share my response to a question I was asked by a new mum. Q: Good day, ma’am. My baby … Continue reading

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Milk Coming From Your Breast…But You’re Not Breastfeeding?

Q: Good evening ma’am. I noticed milk-like fluid coming from my breast, but I’m not breastfeeding. What could be causing this? A: Thanks for your question. Here are 5 things you should know about nipple discharge: 1) The colour does … Continue reading

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Cheesy Things in Breast Fed Bay’s Stool!

Good morning doc. Q: I’ve got a newborn turning 2weeks today. He’s been having running tummy yellow with somethings like white cheese. Is it normal. I am starting to get worried now. Another thing is that my stomach is been … Continue reading

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I’ve Been Breastfeeding For 3 Years!

Q: What can I drink to stop breastfeeding ??? My baby is 3years 1months. I’m tired of breastfeeding I’m also loosing weight any home remedies to stop breastfeeding plzzzz A: Breastfeeding is really an intimate activity for mum and baby … Continue reading

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Daily Health Tips: All About Breastfeeding

Q: Hello Dr. How many years/months should a mother breast her baby? Thanks A: A mother should breastfeed her baby with breast milk ONLY for the first six months. After that, she can add other foods while still breastfeeding her … Continue reading

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Daily Health Tips: How Do I Stop Breastfeeding My Baby?

Q: Hello, thanks a million for all your educative posts. Dr. I did exclusive breast feeding for my baby for 6 months. Now she is 16 months old. I want to stop breast feeding. Please tell me to go about … Continue reading

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Daily Health Tips: Constipation In Adults And Exclusively Breastfed Children

Q: Hello Dr Ketch….I have been having very strong stool since 3 months now that I had my baby. I try to drink enough water to no avail. I noticed that blood comes out with the stool especially when it … Continue reading

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