Every breastfeeding experience is different. If you’re navigating yours or about to start breastfeeding, you might be wondering what you can expect. What breastmilk is made of, the amount of it your breasts make and even its color changes as your baby grows. Here’s what you should know about the stages of breast milk production, […]
Breastfeeding after breast cancer: Leah’s story
Leah Hecht was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 32. A few years after completing treatment, Leah became pregnant with her first child, and like most moms, started thinking about what breastfeeding would look like. But having had a lumpectomy and radiation on her affected breast, Leah wasn’t sure what was possible. “I was […]
Akron Children’s hospitalists earn state breastfeeding awards
Akron Children’s collaborates with many hospitals, including Wooster Community Hospital. Our hospitalists – doctors who work inside a hospital and only care for inpatients – recently won awards for breastfeeding support provided to patients at the Wooster Community Hospital Women’s Pavilion. Healthcare Professional Award The Ohio Lactation Consultant Association (OLCA) recognized the Akron Children’s hospitalist […]
Need breastfeeding support? Meet Akron Children’s outpatient lactation consultants
While breastfeeding rates have steadily increased from 2014 to 2021, breastfeeding can still be a challenge for many parents. To help parents navigate their breastfeeding journey, Akron Children’s Breastfeeding Medicine department has outpatient lactation consultants to provide advice and support. If you’re a breastfeeding parent and need support, you can make an appointment with our […]
Akron Children’s Breastfeeding Medicine helps mom breastfeed after traumatic birth
When Bailey Aikens-Caceres entered the world, her moms weren’t ready. They didn’t have her nursery decorated. The car seat wasn’t installed, and they certainly weren’t expecting a hospital stay. Born at 31 weeks due to a placental abruption, Bailey is currently in the Akron Children’s NICU getting stronger by the day. Though Bailey’s birth mom […]
Working moms and breastfeeding: Tips to finding your flow
Pumping can be one of the most challenging aspects of transitioning back to work after maternity leave. Whether you’re returning to the office or working from home, lack of time, space or simply the equipment to do it can all hinder mom’s ability to transition smoothly to breastfeeding and maintaining a career. The good news […]
