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Mastering Baby Bottle Feeding: Tips Every New Mom Needs To Know
Do you want to introduce bottles into your baby’s feeding routine? There are a few baby bottle best practices to make the transition a smooth one.
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I’m Hillary, the nurse founder of Baby Settler, and a mom of 4!
I’m also a lactation consultant, and I’m here to help you find your groove and navigate the overwhelming days and nights that can steal the joys of babyhood. Amidst all the chaos, I’ll bring you laughs, support, and a whole bunch of “I’ve got this!” moments.
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Ways to Get Your Partner Involved with Your Newborn Even if You’re Breastfeeding
From the moment you see those two pink lines, life as you know it changes forever. The journey into parenthood is exhilarating, yet it often feels like a roller coaster ride with no manual to guide you. For many new moms, especially those who are breastfeeding, it can seem
How to Choose the Best Pediatric Provider for your Family
How to choose the best pediatric provider for your family. Trying to choose the best pediatric provider for your family has always been a really important decision But honestly, I think it’s more important now than it ever has been. When I was having my first baby over 12
The “Dream Feed”: Baby Settler is not a fan. Here’s why.
The “Dream Feed” : A Frequently Debated Topic Among Infant Sleep Consultants At Baby Settler, we are not on board with the “Dream Feed”…but let me explain why so you can decide if you are “on board” with it! Because the truth is, you know your baby better
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Paced Bottle Feeding: The Benefits And How To Do It Right
Do you want to begin bottle feeding your breastfed baby? Being able to switch between bottle and breast has many benefits, such as other people being able to feed your baby and you getting a bit more mobility. Plus, introducing a bottle to your baby is a must if...
A Guide To The Best Breastfeeding Positions For Newborns
Are you a new mama who has just not gotten the hang of breastfeeding? Is your newborn struggling to latch and you’re ready to give up and reach for a bottle? It may be time to switch up the breastfeeding positions you use. The right breastfeeding position can make a...
How To Reset An Overtired Baby
You’ve had a crazy day and your regular routine had to be thrown out of the window. Your baby skipped their nap and their wake window is getting way too long – now your little one just isn't settling down. Once your baby is overtired, it can be very tough to get...
Pumping Essentials: All The Things A Mom Needs For Pumping Breast Milk
Pumping breast milk can open up a whole new world of opportunities for you, mama! There are so many great benefits to pumping, from relieving engorgement and increasing your breast milk supply to you no longer being the only person able to feed your baby. Plus,...
Navigating False Starts: Sleep Strategies For Your Baby
Finally, your baby has drifted off to sleep. You place them in their crib and tiptoe your way out. Thirty minutes later you’re halfway through dinner, and your little one is once again awake and crying. False starts can be frustrating, especially when it is happening...
How To Know It’s Time To Extend Your Baby’s Wake Windows
Does this sound familiar? You put your baby down for their nap or nighttime sleep, and they stay awake in their crib playing or fussing. Daytime naps are barely long enough for you to get anything done, and sleeping through the night has become a thing of the past....
Your Guide To Mixing Breast Milk With Formula
All mamas want the best for their babies, and often the most common feeding advice out there is that “breast is best”. While breast milk is incredibly nutritious, for many parents, exclusively breastfeeding just isn’t feasible. This is when having formula is an...
5 Tips For Feeding A Distracted Baby
As your baby grows and exits the newborn phase, they start becoming more aware of their surroundings and interested in doing things other than sleeping and eating. Suddenly, when you’re trying to feed your little one, they seem to be interested in everything but...
How To Get Out Of The Nursing To Sleep Cycle
Breastfeeding your baby until they fall asleep is completely normal and often needed, especially during the first few months of your newborn’s life. This nursing to sleep, or feed to sleep, cycle can be a magical time and one that includes vital skin-to-skin contact...