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In Your Breastfeeding Journey
Have you really planned your
breastfeeding journey?
Many moms meticulously plan their pregnancy, baby shower, and even pregnancy photoshoots but overlook preparing for breastfeeding. While social media offers tips, it's not a substitute for expert guidance that provides tailored, evidence-based knowledge. Antenatal breastfeeding education from an expert ensures you're ready to meet your baby's needs confidently and avoid common challenges.
Q.1: Why plan for your breastfeeding journey?
Planning for breastfeeding helps you understand the science behind milk production, latch techniques, and overcoming potential hurdles. With proper preparation, you can start on the right foot, avoid stress, and build a strong foundation for your baby's nutrition and bonding.
Q.2: When to plan it and why?
The best time to plan your breastfeeding journey is during pregnancy, ideally by the second or early third trimester. This gives you ample time to learn, practice skills, and clarify doubts, so you’re prepared and confident when your baby arrives.
Q.3: How to plan it?
Effective planning involves gaining scientific, evidence-based knowledge from a certified expert, not relying solely on social media or hearsay. Learning practical skills like proper latch techniques and understanding newborn behavior empowers you to breastfeed successfully from day one.
Q.4: How to navigate through initial breastfeeding challenges postpartum?
Support is needed from Day 1 postpartum even if you are known to basics of breastfeeding as postpartum is a physically and emotionally overwhelming time, and having expert and family support ensures you stay on track. Challenges like latching issues or engorgement are easier to navigate with guidance, reducing stress and building your confidence. Breastfeeding is a journey best taken with a strong support system.
Q.5: Why pregnant mothers don't opt for antenatal breastfeeding class?
Pregnant mothers often skip antenatal breastfeeding classes due to a lack of awareness or misconceptions. Many believe breastfeeding is natural and doesn’t require preparation, underestimating potential challenges. Others may prioritize birthing classes or feel overwhelmed with existing responsibilities during pregnancy. Additionally, some mothers may rely on social media or advice from family and friends, thinking it’s sufficient, while others may hesitate due to time constraints.
Are you struggling with
breastfeeding challenges?
Don’t try to figure it out on your own or rely solely on advice from a handful of people—every day counts when it comes to your baby’s nutrition and your comfort. Don’t give up easily, as most breastfeeding challenges can be overcome with the right guidance. A lactation consultant provides evidence-based solutions tailored to your needs, ensuring you don’t fall prey to myths or outdated advice. Trusting an expert means giving your baby the best start while gaining confidence in your breastfeeding journey.
Q1: Why does my baby keep crying even after I breastfeed?
A baby crying after feeding may indicate issues like an improper latch, low milk transfer, or discomfort. A lactation consultant can assess your baby's latch, milk intake, and feeding patterns to resolve the issue and ensure your baby is satisfied and thriving.
Q2: What should I do if I feel my milk supply is too low?
Perceived low milk supply is common, but it’s often due to ineffective feeding techniques or insufficient stimulation. A lactation consultant can identify the root cause, suggest evidence-based strategies to boost your supply, and give you the confidence to trust your body.
Q3: Why am I experiencing pain while breastfeeding?
Pain during breastfeeding isn’t normal and is often caused by issues like poor latch, tongue tie, or nipple trauma. A lactation consultant can diagnose the problem, teach you pain-free techniques, and provide solutions to make breastfeeding comfortable.
Q4: What if my baby refuses to latch or nurse?
Latch refusal can be due to many factors, such as birth interventions, nipple confusion, or underlying conditions. A lactation consultant specializes in guiding mothers through these challenges with personalized strategies to encourage effective nursing.
Q5: How do I handle engorgement, blocked ducts, or mastitis?
Breastfeeding complications like engorgement, blocked ducts, or mastitis can be painful and discourage moms from continuing. A lactation consultant provides timely support with techniques to relieve discomfort, prevent complications, and maintain your milk supply.
About Me
Dr. Rujuta Rajguru
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
&
an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
&
Founder of Super Mom Hirkani
As a mom to my wonderful daughter Reva, I know firsthand the challenges that can come with breastfeeding.
Despite being an obstetrician and gynecologist with over 12 years of experience, supporting countless mothers on their breastfeeding journeys, my own experience with breastfeeding was incredibly challenging. Even with my extensive knowledge of breastfeeding facts, myths, and practical skills, I struggled—mainly due to the lack of emotional support I needed at that time.
My own journey was further complicated by the heartbreak of watching my father suffer from a chronic illness in the room next to mine. His passing, just two months after my baby was born, deeply affected me and led to a period of depression that made breastfeeding even harder.
As if destiny had favored me, my breastfeeding journey took a joyful U-turn when a friend, who happened to be a lactation consultant, stepped in and supported me through the roller coaster of breastfeeding my baby,the invaluable support from a friend had helped me through it.
Inspired by their guidance, I decided to become a lactation consultant to offer the same support to other moms. I truly understand the struggles and doubts that can arise during this journey, and I believe that having a strong support system can make all the difference.
This experience made me realize the difficulties that many mothers face, especially those who may lack scientific, evidence-based knowledge and guidance. Beyond overcoming physical breastfeeding challenges, new moms also need mental resilience to cope with the constant demands and stress of caring for a newborn.
Recognizing this, I decided to deepen my focus on lactation, gaining International certification to better support moms (not only moms within my town, state or country but worlwide) through these intertwined physical and emotional challenges.
I’m passionate about helping mothers not only achieve their breastfeeding goals but also navigate their journey with mental strength, patience, and perseverance. It would be my privilege to support you holistically as you embark on this journey of breastfeeding and motherhood.
Services I Can Help You With
Antenatal (Pre Birth) Breastfeeding Education
-What things to know about our organ/breast
-How breastfeeding works
-How to get breastfeeding started
-What to expect in the early weeks
-How to know whether baby getting enough milk or not
-How to overcome myths about breastfeeding
-Possible breastfeeding challenges
-Normal baby behaviour
-How to adjust to postpartum life (Life with a baby)
Breastfeeding Challenges
-Painful breastfeeding
-Sore/cracked nipples
-Positioning and attachment (babies not latching at breast)
-Low milk supply
-Blocked ducts
-Mastitis
-Over milk supply
-Overactive letdown
-Tongue tie and lip tie
-Mother with insufficient glandular tissue
Further Support
-Mixed feeding
-Stopping formula top ups
-Mother with preterm baby
-Breastfeeding Twins
-Weaning
-Breastfeeding while pregnant
-Tandem feeding
-Milk expression techniques-Hand/Pump
-Returning to work
-Relactation
-Induced lactation/adoptive breastfeeding