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— Danielle Facey, MSc

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My Journey to Founding Breast Dressed: A Story of Fashion, Motherhood, and Sustainable Breastfeeding Clothes
From Fashion Designer to Founder of Breast Dressed With a background in fashion design, I've spent the past 14 years working as a...
Danielle Facey
Jul 4, 20243 min read


6 Do's and Don'ts of Stopping Breastfeeding
If you had asked, I would have bet our house that I would not be able to wean our sensitive, stubborn, strong-willed three year old off...
Danielle Facey
Jun 26, 20245 min read


Understanding Breastfeeding Aversion, Agitation & DMER
Breastfeeding is often portrayed as a beautiful, natural bonding experience between mother and baby. However, for many mothers, the...
Danielle Facey
Jun 13, 20244 min read


Are Breastfeeding Vitamins Necessary?
For many new mothers, the dietary guidance provided during breastfeeding often feels vague and unhelpful. Recommendations such as “Eat a...
Danielle Facey
Jun 10, 20243 min read
Breastfeeding, Weight Loss & Weight Gain
I share this post because I get asked about breastfeeding and weight loss all the time, not because I believe that any lactating mother...
Danielle Facey
May 29, 20244 min read


5 Unsexy Ways to Practise Self Care as a Breastfeeding Mother (That are Actually Achievable)
I remember reading so much advice about breastfeeding when my son was newborn and much of it recommended that I rest as much as possible...
Danielle Facey
May 22, 20243 min read


How to Manage and Reduce an Oversupply when Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is often described as a journey filled with both joy and challenges. While low milk supply is a common concern for many...
Danielle Facey
May 14, 20244 min read


Weaning Blues: What are They & How Long do They Last?
When you consider stopping breastfeeding, it's important to recognise the significant hormonal shifts that accompany this transition....
Danielle Facey
May 13, 20243 min read


Can I Get Pregnant Whilst Breastfeeding? (Everything you need to Know About Breastfeeding & your Period)
As a mother navigating the beautiful journey of breastfeeding, you may find yourself pondering a common question: Can I get pregnant...
Danielle Facey
May 3, 20242 min read


Breast Milk and Dandelions: Nature’s Cures for Cancer?
In the vast tapestry of nature, there exist humble yet extraordinary elements—breast milk and dandelions, often overlooked, yet brimming...
Danielle Facey
Apr 27, 20243 min read


The Unfiltered Truth About Caffeine and Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding mothers often have a myriad of questions about what they can or cannot consume while nursing their infants, I know that...
Danielle Facey
Apr 7, 20243 min read


Are You Ready to Stop Breastfeeding? (Or Are You Being Pressured to Do So?)
Did you know that up to 90% of UK mums and 60% of US mothers stop breastfeeding before they truly want to? It's a staggering statistic...
Danielle Facey
Mar 22, 20243 min read


How Cruciferous Vegetables Can Affect Your Breast Milk
Breastfeeding mothers often scrutinize their diets, considering how their food choices may impact the quality and composition of their...
Danielle Facey
Mar 18, 20242 min read


How High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) May Benefit Breastfeeding Moms & Our Children
Just for the record, I did barely any (if any) HIIT exercise while I was breastfeeding! This was because I simply did not have the...
Danielle Facey
Mar 17, 20243 min read


How Does Breastfeeding Affect my Child’s Teeth?
Breastfeeding has been lauded for its numerous health benefits for both infants and mothers - and rightly so! However, one persistent...
Danielle Facey
Mar 14, 20244 min read


12 Reasons to Keep Breastfeeding (If You Want To)
Breastfeeding is a deeply personal journey, and every mother's experience is unique. Personally, I genuinely loved nursing my son on...
Danielle Facey
Mar 12, 20244 min read


Breastfeeding is an Investment in Women, Children & The World
In an era where investing in women stands as a cornerstone of progress, breastfeeding emerges as a potent catalyst—a transformative...
Danielle Facey
Mar 7, 20242 min read


How to Increase Your Milk Supply: A Comprehensive Guide
Breastfeeding is a beautiful journey, but it almost always comes with its challenges, and low milk supply is one of the most common...
Danielle Facey
Feb 27, 20244 min read


How it Feels to Breastfeed in Public in 2024: A Celebration of Empowerment
Imagine a bustling brunch scene, filled with the clinking of plates and the murmur of conversation. In the midst of it all, mothers...
Danielle Facey
Feb 22, 20243 min read


How to Stop Nursing to Sleep (Only if You Want To!)
Do you remember that moment when another mom at the baby group asked, “Haven’t you stopped nursing him to sleep yet?” It's a scenario...
Danielle Facey
Feb 21, 20243 min read
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