Leia Blog

Welcome to the LEIA blog. A space for clinically informed articles and thoughtful resources around mental and physical health during pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood. Wherever you are in life right now, we hope this helps you feel a little more supported
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Feeding

Bottle-feeding a newborn – what to keep in mind

How do you bottle-feed a newborn baby? Whether you're filling the bottle with breast milk or formula, it's essential to have both support and knowledge about bottle-feeding. Just like breastfeeding, bottle-feeding is a partnership between you and your baby, something you learn together. Read on for bottle-feeding tips – and download the LEIA Health app to try our feeding log, which helps you keep track of how and when you last bottle-fed, breastfed, or pumped.

Feeding

Breastfeeding - what to do when your baby refuses to breastfeed

Few things can be as frustrating and challenging as when you want to breastfeed, but your baby refuses the breast. But don't despair; help is available. Read on for tips on how to facilitate breastfeeding, and download the LEIA Health app to establish a good breastfeeding routine with the assistance of our feeding log.

Feeding

How to know if your baby has a proper latch during breastfeeding?

You can clearly see the importance of your baby's latch on the breast when it starts to hurt. A good latch makes breastfeeding easier and can prevent problems and sore nipples. Read on for useful tips on how to get your baby to latch correctly, and download the LEIA Health app to try our feeding log, which helps you keep track of how and when you last bottle-fed, breastfed, or pumped.

Feeding

What to eat and not eat while breastfeeding

Welcoming a new little member to the family is a wonderful experience, but it also brings significant changes to your life. Amidst all the newness, it's essential not to forget about yourself. A healthy diet is the key to giving you and your baby a good start together. We'll guide you on what's good — and not so good — to eat and drink while breastfeeding.

If you want to establish a good feeding routine for your baby, download the LEIA Health app and try our feeding log, which helps you keep track of when and how you last breastfed, pumped, or bottle-fed