for daddies

Just found a great little book for the fathers-to-be out there- Fatherwise: 101 Tips for the New Father.

This little gem has all kinds of useful tips for the new or wanting-to-be-better daddy. On breastfeeding, it offers helpful tips such as "The only work that is strictly 'womens work' is breastfeeding (Tip 58)". It then goes on to detail how a daddy can be supportive of a breastfeeding mother by doing things like leaving bottles of water around the house in places that mommy breastfeeds to help her get all the water intake she needs.

Great baby shower gift for the new daddies!

for the daddies

For all the daddies out there that actively support breastfeeding:

We thank you! We love having you by our side!


Happy Fathers Day!

from boob man to breastfeeding man

Article: From Boob Man to Breastfeeding Man

How I love to see stories of men that are supportive of breastfeeding! Too many times, men feel that they are the owners of their wives breasts and bodies, and do not want to see them exposed or used by others. Perhaps they forget the fact that they should be thinking about what is best for their child, rather than thinking about themselves only?

Ways that David supported his wife and child in breastfeeding:

I just tried to be there and be supportive and keep things light. Also, she had a bit of trouble at first, I remember our daughter’s latch-on needed some “adjusting.” If it really hurt Alysia or didn’t feel right to her, I’d say “okie dokie, pop her off and let’s start again, I’m staying awake here with you, we gotta get that latch, you can do it sweetheart, you’re doing great.”