July 2013

Delivering Royal Treatment at Hillcrest

Early Monday morning, July 22nd, Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton checked into St. Mary’s hospital in Paddington, London. After a hospital stay of over 14 hours, the Palace confirmed at 4:24 pm local time that Kate had given birth to a healthy 8 pound, 6 ounce boy.

Duchess Kate gave birth in the luxurious Lindo Wing at St. Mary’s Hospital, a wing steeped in tradition. It is the same facility where Princess Diana gave birth to Prince William in 1982 as well as Prince Harry in 1984. The lavish facility has been described as “leading private obstetric and neonatal care for 60 years... Read More »

Breastfeeding and Summer Heat

Lactation Consultant Cheryl Coleman shares tips on staying cool while breastfeeding this summer on the blog.

Now that summer and hot temperatures have arrived, breastfeeding moms just “wanna have fun.”  Breastfeeding your baby should not keep you from enjoying your summer outdoor activities, if you can remember a few key points for you and your baby.

Hydration

We quickly become dehydrated in the hot, humid Oklahoma summers.  Don’t go out without a bottle of water.  Keep drinking plenty of juice.  Both water and juice are your best fluids.  Sodas are fluids but they... Read More »