Nature & Nurture Breastfeeding

If you were to ask a pregnant woman what her #1 worry is when it comes to breastfeeding, chances are 'mastitis' would be in her top 3.

The reality for many women is, breastfeeding may be 'natural' - but it isn't always easy. 💖

And when complications such as engorgement and mastitis arise, it can be painful and stressful for the breastfeeding mother who already has so much to deal with.🙏🏽

Mastitis, otherwise known as an inflammation of the breast, is typically caused by congestion in the ductal networks and/ or a blocked milk duct resulting in swollen, hot, and red breasts.

It's not uncommon for breast engorgement to develop into mastitis if not addressed early on.
Other signs and symptoms of mastitis include flu-like symptoms such as fever, fatigue, and aches. 🤒

Some women report a burning sensation while breastfeeding.

If symptoms of engorgement or mastitis become evident for you, to avoid further complications, please seek help from your midwife or other trusted healthcare professional.✨

Do you want to be prepared for your breastfeeding journey? 🤰

By joining our Breastfeeding Program during pregnancy, you'll have the benefit of personalised guidance as you approach your estimated due date with support from our TTM Practitioner Kelly and her team. At such a precious time in your life, you’ll feel reassured and empowered as you prepare for your birth and breastfeeding journey.👩‍🍼

WHEN:

Saturday 9 March
One Day Fast Track Workshop
9am - 2pm

WHERE:

Online, in the comfort of your home via zoom

PURCHASE:

https://natureandnurturebreastfeeding.com

Send us a DM or email us at [email protected] for any questions 💌

💌 C L I E N T L O V E 💌

By joining our Breastfeeding Program during pregnancy, you'll have the benefit of personalised guidance as you approach your estimated due date with support from our TTM Practitioner Kelly and her team. At such a precious time in your life, you’ll feel reassured and empowered as you prepare for your birth and breastfeeding journey.👩‍🍼

WHEN:

Saturday 9 March
One Day Fast Track Workshop
9am - 2pm

WHERE:

Online, in the comfort of your home via zoom

PURCHASE:

https://natureandnurturebreastfeeding.com

Send us a DM or email us at [email protected] for any questions 💌

Www.natureandnurturebreastfeeding.com

Alternatively, send us a DM to find out more 💌

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3) Hallgren 0, Aits S, Brest P, Gustafsson L, Mossberg AK, Wullt B, Svanborg C. Apoptosis and tumor cell death in response to HAMLET (human alpha-lactalbumin made lethal to tumor cells). Adv Exp Med Biol. 2008;606:217-40. doi:10.1007/978-0-387-74087-4_8. PMID: 18183931.

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“I tried to breastfeed my other 7 babies - the pain was so bad I ended up quitting within 2 months. I will forever be grateful for the confidence and advice this page has brought me over the past 6 months. It’s been an amazing experience. Thank you!!”

~ Candice B

Thousands of women around the world are empowering themselves by preparing for their labour, birth and breastfeeding journey…. our mission is for you to be next.

Download your FREE guide today and discover:

🤱🏼How to avoid painful ni***es right from the start

🤱🏼What you might expect in those early hours and days

🤱🏼How to protect your 3 Golden Hours (the first breastfeed)

🤱🏼How to initiate and maintain your breast milk supply

🤱🏼How to reduce the risk of mastitis

🤱🏼How to reduce the risk of unnecessary intervention

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Are you pregnant and wanting to breastfeed? Join our Beautiful Breastfeeding Program where we talk you through everything you need to know to be fully prepared for your birth and breastfeeding journey ✨

Dates for our upcoming workshop will be announced very soon!! 🥰

Secure your spot by registering now!

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Always, be guided by your maternal instincts. They will never be wrong. 💖

Join our Beautiful Breastfeeding Program where we talk you through everything you need to know to be fully prepared for your birth and breastfeeding journey ✨

Dates for our upcoming workshop will@be announced shortly. 🙏🏽

Secure your spot by registering now!

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Do you know how breast milk is actually produced? 🤱🏻

With the over supply of confusing and conflicting information, it's understandable if you don't. 🤷🏻‍♀️

The underlying principle of milk volume is to stimulate hormone production to keep the milk flowing through both breasts at each feed, with a rest and digest period in between the first and second breast. 🔛

With so many Women feeling pressured into taking supplements to increase their milk volume, Dr Robyn prefers to suggest gentle and rhythmical stimulation of the breasts which takes time and patience.⏳

It's all about getting back to the basics and understanding how breast milk production actually works. 📖

The Thompson Method evolved from the belief that breastfeeding should be gentle and that a Woman deserves the confidence to trust her maternal instincts. 💕And that, above all, breastfeeding should be enjoyable and magical for both mother and baby.

As a certified Thompson Method Practitioner and IBCLC, Kelly and her team can help you reduce the risk of breastfeeding complications, including the stress of low milk volume. 💖

To learn more about how to become fully prepared for your birth and breastfeeding journey, please click on the link in our bio to register for The Thompson Method Breastfeeding Program.

Dates for our next online workshop will be announced shortly! ✨

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Many women, particularly first time mothers, are focused on their labour and birth, hoping that breastfeeding will just happen.

Logically, this makes sense because a woman’s body is physically designed to give birth to and breastfeed her baby.

It is one of the most natural things a woman can do right?

Unfortunately, this does not end up being the case for many women.

Why?

Well, there are a number of reasons!

👉 It’s likely that the breastfeeding information you’ll be taught in hospital will be inconsistent, conflicting and quite possibly out of date.

👉 It’s also likely that you’ll be rapidly processed because of time constraints with hospital policy, often placing you under pressure to make quick decisions.

👉 And it’s likely that you’ll be taught or shown forceful breastfeeding techniques that are closely associated with painful ni**le trauma

ALL of this creates unnecessary stress and can become quite overwhelming for the breastfeeding mother of a newborn baby, who already has enough to deal with.

What if… you were FULLY prepared for giving birth in the hospital system so that you could make the system WAIT while you considered your options?

What if… you REALLY understood how the decisions you made during your labour and birth influenced your breastfeeding journey?

It’s important to acknowledge that things don’t always go to plan, and medical intervention is required for SOME women and babies.

But for MOST women, medical intervention is NOT necessary.

And by being well informed and fully prepared BEFORE having your baby you can REDUCE THE RISK of common complications with both birth and breastfeeding.

Advice from well-meaning friends and family may result in you feeling pressure to appease them, but often leaves you and your baby in all sorts of trouble.

Learn more about how we can help you empower yourself with confidence and knowledge, in preparation for your birth and breastfeeding journey.

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 from Dr Robyn Thompson and her team at .thompson.method ❤️ We hope your Christmas was filled with laughter and joy, surrounded by loved ones.

We will be taking a short break over the festive season to be with our families and may be a little slow in responding to your messages. 🙏🏽🎄❤️

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Are you pregnant and wanting to breastfeed? Feeling overwhelmed by the mountains of information and conflicting advice shared on group forums?

Join our Beautiful Breastfeeding Program where we talk you through everything you need to know to be fully prepared for your birth and breastfeeding journey ✨

Dates for 2024 workshops will be announced in the new year!

Secure your spot by registering now!

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Alternatively, send us a DM to find out more 💌

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