Blog | Shona Cassels IBCLC - Lactation Consultant

Shona

Feb 22, 2023
5 min

Weaning Your Toddler.

Ready to wean your toddler from breastfeeding? Here are some ideas and gentle strategies.

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Is it worth breastfeeding after your baby turns 1 year old?

Shona

Apr 10, 2022
3 min

Is it worth breastfeeding after your baby turns 1 year old?

If you're still breastfeeding your one year old, this is for you.

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Shona

Apr 9, 2022
2 min

When is the right time to wean?

Weaning is a personal decision, so here is some information to help you figure out what is right for you and your child.

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Introducing Solids – is your baby ready?

Shona

Apr 1, 2022
4 min

Introducing Solids – is your baby ready?

Are you confused about the rules around introducing solids? Read on to find out the facts.

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Painful breastfeeding? What could it be?

Shona

Jan 2, 2022
2 min

Painful breastfeeding? What could it be?

Don't put up with painful breastfeeding! Check out the possible causes here and then get some skilled help.

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Looking for help with breastfeeding? Why choose an IBCLC?

Shona

Nov 21, 2021
3 min

Looking for help with breastfeeding? Why choose an IBCLC?

An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) has an independently accredited qualification in breastfeeding and lactation.

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Shona

Oct 31, 2021
2 min

Why do babies wake at night?

The answer is for lots of reasons! In the early weeks and months babies waken regularly for feeds, because their tummies are quite small...

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Shona

Oct 18, 2021
4 min

Returning to work or study?

Would you like to know your options for feeding your baby when you return to work or study? Here are my top ten things to think about.

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I've been told to feed my baby every 3 hours, but they sometimes seem hungry sooner than this...

Shona

Oct 10, 2021
2 min

I've been told to feed my baby every 3 hours, but they sometimes seem hungry sooner than this...

Many parents are told to feed their newborn every 3 hours, but sometimes the baby seems hungry before that..so what should we do?

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Shona

Oct 4, 2021
3 min

What can I eat when I'm breastfeeding?

We’re often given lists of foods we should avoid when we are breastfeeding. (The common things I see listed are garlic, broccoli,...

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Shona

Sep 26, 2021
2 min

How often should I feed my newborn?

In short, we should feed our newborn babies according to their cues. Some people call this “feeding on demand” but I prefer “feeding on...

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