Breastfeeding & Lactation Resources

Evidence-based breastfeeding guidance from Gwinnett Breastfeeding. Get answers to common questions about milk supply, pumping, infant feeding, breastfeeding challenges, and more from experienced lactation professionals.

How Do I Know If My Baby Is Getting Enough Breast Milk?

By Jessica Colliersmith | August 27, 2026 | Comments Off on How Do I Know If My Baby Is Getting Enough Breast Milk?

One of the hardest parts of breastfeeding is not being able to see exactly how much milk your baby is drinking. Your baby may nurse for what feels like forever, want to feed again shortly afterward, or suddenly change their feeding pattern, leaving you wondering: Is my baby actually getting enough breast milk? The good…

How to Donate Breast Milk: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Moms

By Jessica Colliersmith | July 3, 2026 | Comments Off on How to Donate Breast Milk: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Moms

Did you know that your extra breast milk could help save the life of a premature or medically fragile baby? Every day, infants are born too soon, too small, or with medical conditions that make it difficult for them to receive the nutrition they need from their own mothers. Donated breast milk provides these babies…

Breastfeeding Nutrition: What to Eat, What to Avoid, and What Actually Matters

By Jessica Colliersmith | May 22, 2026 | Comments Off on Breastfeeding Nutrition: What to Eat, What to Avoid, and What Actually Matters

If you’ve ever searched “can I drink coffee while breastfeeding?” in the middle of the night, you’re in good company. These questions come up daily in my practice and unfortunately, so does a lot of conflicting advice. Let’s simplify this in a way that actually supports you. What Actually Matters in a Breastfeeding Diet Your…

Common Causes of Low Milk Supply

By qhbwpde | August 26, 2021 | Comments Off on Common Causes of Low Milk Supply

Low milk supply has plagued women for decades in America. But how prevalent and common is low breast milk supply among women? It is important to know the shape of your breast before you get pregnant and after getting pregnant. The anatomy of your breast does contribute to how and if you will have breast…