Parenting

Summer Wellness Tips for Breastfeeding Moms

By |2024-06-18T08:21:44-04:00June 28th, 2024|Breastfeeding, Parenting, Pumping|

  Summer is the time for sunshine, relaxation, and enjoying some extra time in nature. For breastfeeding moms, it's also important to focus on wellness to ensure both you and your baby stay healthy and happy. Here are some tips and ideas to help you maintain your wellness routine during the warm months. Hydration is Key Staying hydrated is an essential part of any summer routine, but it’s particularly important for breastfeeding moms. Since breastmilk [...]

Nourishing Moments: How Breastfeeding Brings us Closer

By |2024-05-30T21:29:35-04:00May 30th, 2024|Breastfeeding, Lactation Treats, Parenting, Pumping|

  What do you think of when you hear the word “nourishment?” You may be thinking of foods that nourish your body or fuel you, but nourishment goes so much deeper than that. We want to give you some nourishing “food for thought” about how intentionally finding nourishing moments in your day and breastfeeding journey can have a deeper impact on your overall health and well-being. Creating Nourishing Moments Every breastfeeding session is an opportunity [...]

Celebrating the Unbreakable Bond of Motherhood: A Tribute to Breastfeeding Moms

By |2024-05-11T17:09:57-04:00May 11th, 2024|Breastfeeding, Parenting, Postpartum|

  Mother's Day is a day to honor YOU, mom - the person who is in the trenches every day. As we celebrate this special occasion, we're taking a moment to shine a spotlight on the moms who are nearest and dearest to our hearts – the breastfeeding moms. The journey is one of love, challenges, and triumphs, and today, we want to take a moment to celebrate YOU. The journey of breastfeeding begins long [...]

International Women’s Day

By |2024-03-08T07:27:00-05:00March 8th, 2024|Lactation Treats, Parenting, Postpartum|

  It’s International Women’s Day, and the team here at Bessie’s wants to take a moment to acknowledge the incredibly powerful, all-mighty WOMAN. If you’re a customer (or curious) of Bessie’s Best, then it’s likely that you’re a mom, and since women and moms don’t get enough of the recognition that they deserve, it’s important to us that you hear it. You’re doing incredible things. You’re shifting and shaping the world just by showing up as [...]

Navigating Common Breastfeeding Challenges During The Holidays

By |2023-12-14T18:18:08-05:00December 14th, 2023|Breastfeeding, Parenting|

  The holiday season can cause stress to absolutely anybody, but breastfeeding parents, in particular, have an extra set of hurdles to overcome. If you’re worried about handling stress during the holidays, here are our best suggestions for managing these common breastfeeding challenges: Maintaining a Schedule: If you’re traveling, will be away from home, or even hosting people in your own house, it can be really difficult - and maybe even impossible - to maintain a [...]

Bonding with Your Baby: How to Foster a Strong Connection in the Postpartum Phase

By |2023-11-30T20:20:43-05:00November 30th, 2023|Parenting, Postpartum|

Congratulations - baby is here! Maybe you are over the moon, and reveling in every single moment. But, maybe you just don’t feel that connection that everyone told you about. Whether you’re feeling a strong bond you want to strengthen further or are trying to develop more of a connection, here is what you should know about bonding with your baby. Hormones There’s no doubt about it - your hormones are raging right now, trying [...]

Will Bessie’s Lactation Snacks Help My Breast Milk Come in?

By |2023-11-06T18:09:47-05:00November 6th, 2023|Bessies, Breastfeeding, Lactation Treats, Parenting, Postpartum|

  Breast milk. How does your body know to start producing it? How does your body know how much to make? How can food help? Lactogenesis Stage One Lactation begins with colostrum production around the 16th week of pregnancy. "Lactogenesis Stage One" lasts until a few days after baby is born. Lactogenesis, by the way, is the transition from pregnancy to lactation. The nutritional makeup of colostrum is exactly what your newborn needs and the [...]

How Can You Improve Postpartum Mental Health?

By |2023-10-09T16:49:24-04:00October 9th, 2023|Breastfeeding, Parenting, Postpartum|

Postpartum hormones are no joke. One moment you’re staring at your new baby, the biggest smile on your face, and the next you’re bawling your eyes out - while the baby does, too. Even if you don’t feel that you are dealing with Postpartum Depression, postpartum mental health is a struggle for many new parents trying to get back to themselves after having a baby. If you’re feeling the blues, or just not like yourself, you [...]

How Do I Sleep Train a Breast-Fed Baby?

By |2023-04-27T11:08:57-04:00April 27th, 2023|Breastfeeding, Parenting|

Breastfeeding and sleep training are not mutually exclusive. Contrary to popular belief, you can do both, and on today’s blog, Courtney Zentz, the Founder of Tiny Transitions, is both a Baby Sleep Expert and a Lactation Counselor, and she breaks it down for tired parents in simple terms. Also, you can check out owner Jen Acuna and Director of Brand Development, Brittany Hausmann on Courtney's blog The Kids Sleep Show. A good night's sleep is a [...]

Things I Wish I Knew About Life After Baby

By |2021-03-10T14:04:23-05:00November 1st, 2020|Parenting|

9 Things I Wish I Knew About Life After Baby The famous saying is “hindsight is 20/20.” For a new mom this can be a touchy subject. The good news is it doesn't have to be. Part of our mission at Bessie’s Best is not only to help moms produce more breast milk and unclog blocked milk ducts but it is also to help! Help comes in many forms. We have put together a list [...]

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