Blog – Lila Jasmine

10 Breastfeeding Tips Every New Mum Needs to Know

Nobody hands you a manual when your baby arrives. Breastfeeding is one of those things that looks instinctive from the outside and feels anything but in those first raw days....

The 5-5-5 Postpartum Rule: Rest, Recover & Heal

In a world that celebrates "bouncing back" postpartum recover is often rushed, minimised or misunderstood. New parents are expected to host visitors, keep the house running, care for older children,...

5 Tips for Surviving Christmas With a Newborn

The summer holidays in New Zealand can be magical with BBQ's, family gatherings, road trips, and beach days. But when you're navigating the 4th trimester with a brand new pēpi...

Breastfeeding Is Hard — But Support Makes It Work

Breastfeeding Is Harder Than It Looks But Support Makes It Sustainable Breastfeeding may be natural, but it doesn’t always come naturally. Despite what the perfect Instagram reel or the antenatal...

Why New Mums Should Never Skip Breakfast

You’ve probably heard it before: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But when you’re deep in the newborn trenches surviving on broken sleep, cluster feeds, and cold...

Brewer's Yeast and Breastfeeding: Does It Really Work?

If you’re deep in the newborn trenches and desperately Googling “how to boost milk supply,” chances are you’ve come across the words: brewer’s yeast. But does it actually work? And if so,...

What to Eat When Breastfeeding: Snacks That Help

Let's be real - you barely have time to shower, let alone prep a nourishing meal. If you're deep I the newborn bubble, constantly feeding your baby and forgetting to...

Why Babywearing is a 4th Trimester Superpower

There’s something about those early weeks with a newborn that feels like stepping into another universe. The days blur, your body’s healing, and your baby just wants to be on...

Xavier Turns 8: Afterpains & Fuelling Milk Supply

Xavier, the pōtiki of our whānau turned 8 today and naturally I’ve been reflecting on the day he was born, the cluster feeds, the unexpected intensity of the afterpains, and...

Are Lactation Bars Worth the Price? Let's Do the Math!

Are Lila Jasmine Breast Milk Support Lactation Bars really that expensive? Let’s break down the true cost per day of breastfeeding snacks and why our bars may actually save you...

Best Galactagogues to Boost Your Breastmilk Supply

Breastfeeding is one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences for new mothers. While breast milk supply naturally adjusts to a baby’s needs, some mothers may seek extra support to...

Power Pumping: A Guide to Boosting Your Breastmilk Supply

For many breastfeeding mums, maintaining a steady milk supply can feel like a rollercoaster. Whether you're experiencing a dip due to your cycle, returning to work, or just looking to...