Subclinical or subacute mastitis should be included in a differential diagnosis* of nipple thrush. The presenting symptoms for both of these conditions are similar, but there are a couple of distinct differences: Thrush will generally always be bilateral, while subclinical …
The Online Breastfeeding Consult – My Experience
I just want to make one thing clear before I start writing this blog. I am writing here about my experience as an IBCLC in private practice of doing online breastfeeding consultations. I’m not starting a debate on the merits …
Anger is an Energy
Part of what motivates me and spurns me on day to day in my work as an IBCLC, working with and advocating for my private practice clients, is anger. And I try to view this as a positive, a positive …
Dealing with Negativity Bias
A couple of years ago I gave a presentation to a large group at a conference. The topic was ‘Breastfeeding and Structural Issues in Babies’ and it was my first time to present to such a large group. I was …
The Purple Hearts Breastfeeding Support Group
A couple of months ago I invited four of my clients who are breastfeeding with low milk supply to my home for coffee, cake and chats (I wrote about it in this blog http://latch.ie/breastfeeding-with-low-milk-supply-experiences/ ) . What was apparent to …