As breastfeeding experts, we must be able to evaluate a feed and recognize warning signs that alert a professional to its lack of safety and efficacy. Feeding at the breast is physiological for newborns and, as has been pointed out, the patterns of an infant born at term with adequate weight should be mature, effective, and safe (Rendón-Macías et al., 2012; Shandley et al., 2021). Despite this, there are situations in which infants will present disturbances in the feeding process…

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It’s summer in the northern hemisphere and temperatures are rising, so many families may wonder about the most appropriate sun protection for themselves and their children. The importance of sun exposure for any living being and also the need for protection to avoid skin problems are well known. Sun protection is a key element for this time of the year, and choosing the one that best suits each situation is important. Sunlight The sun emits energy in the form of…

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Pierre Robin syndrome (or Pierre Robin sequence) (PRS) is a rare congenital disease that occurs with a prevalence of 1 in 10,000 births. Its characteristics are a set of three anomalies of the craniofacial area: glossoptosis, retrognathia, and a median velopalatine fissure. It is called a sequence because the morphological alterations produced are a consequence of each other. This sequence can occur alone or together with other morphological alterations, forming a more complex syndrome. These anomalies can cause dysfunctions in…

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Mixed feeding – or combo feeding – is when the infant is not only fed with breast milk, but is also supplemented with or takes entire feeds of formula milk. The reasons for mixed feeding can be various: the mother’s decision to do so, the presence of a genuine hypogalactia, and difficulties with removing supplementing, among others. Mixed feeding is related to a shorter duration of breastfeeding (1). On the one hand, there is a possibility that the baby may…

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Tandem breastfeeding is defined as breastfeeding of two or more children of different ages and may also include the time of pregnancy of the younger baby. Some time ago, we discussed this practice, which is not always well-known here, and you can read the previous article in this link. While this is a common practice in many cultures worldwide, it is still not widely practiced in modern Western culture and is often misunderstood. Putting tandem breastfeeding into context In our…

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In September 2023, a study published in China on the link between lactational mastitis and postpartum depression was published. The results obtained are striking, especially given the lack of evidence of quality in breastfeeding care. The research article estimates the incidence of mastitis at between 9 and 20% of people who breastfeed. The researchers point out that breast pain, frustration, exhaustion, stress, and concerns relating to breastfeeding may increase the risk of postpartum depression, and this has been the motivation…

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By Carolina Solá, physiotherapist specializing in pelvic floor health Sexuality is subjective and diverse. It is determined by different physical, psychological, emotional, and social factors. Sexual health is precisely understood as the state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being, not only by the absence of disease or dysfunction related to sexuality. Therefore, sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach. Sexuality changes according to the person’s stages of life. During postpartum and breastfeeding, we must also consider that hormonal…

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By Adriana Palacios, myofunctional speech therapist. Speech therapy specializing in myofunctional therapy is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and addressing possible disorders in the stomatognathic system (SS). This system consists of the oral functions of sucking, breathing, chewing, swallowing, and speech. The proper functioning of the stomatognathic system is involved in craniofacial development and, therefore, will impact all stages of the individual’s life. These oral functions are formed by different structures that encompass the muscles of the upper, middle, and lower…

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