<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Hummingbird Health and Wellness, LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Providing Lactation Support and Breastfeeding Medicine throughout the State of Maryland.]]></description><link>https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/blog-1</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:36:55 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Causes Soapy-Tasting Breast Milk? The Evolving Science Beyond "High Lipase"]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever thawed a bag of frozen breast milk only to notice a soapy, metallic, fishy, or rancid smell, you're not alone. For years, breastfeeding mothers were commonly told they had "high lipase milk." The explanation seemed straightforward: an enzyme called lipase was breaking down fats in stored milk, creating unpleasant flavors and odors. But emerging research suggests the story may be more complicated. While lipase likely plays a role, scientists are increasingly exploring whether...]]></description><link>https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/post/what-causes-soapy-tasting-breast-milk-the-evolving-science-beyond-high-lipase</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2b1a0d44c7bef1d02b0e15</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:53:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c60350_46eb26ebd3544f4895a1369852138b4f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lactation and Maternal Support of Maryland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Pumping Output Does NOT Always Reflect Milk Supply]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most common concerns I hear from breastfeeding mothers have is  “Why am I pumping so little?” For many mothers, seeing only a small amount of milk in the pump can immediately trigger fear, anxiety, guilt, or concerns about low milk supply. If this is you, you aren't alone in those fears. But here’s something important to know. Like the title says, you guessed it: Pumping output does NOT always accurately reflect how much milk your body is producing. Babies Are Often More Efficient...]]></description><link>https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/post/why-pumping-output-does-not-always-reflect-milk-supply</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a187ca18b50f46c29e04634</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:47:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c60350_b3146f6bd1d1409d883150c3cbe6b356~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lactation and Maternal Support of Maryland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Signs of Postpartum Anxiety in New Mothers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Becoming a mother brings enormous change — emotionally, physically, mentally, and hormonally. While many people are familiar with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety is incredibly common, and often goes unnoticed. Many mothers assume they are simply “stressed,” “overthinking,” or “trying to be a good mom,” when in reality they may be experiencing significant anxiety that deserves support and treatment.

At Lactation and Maternal Support of Maryland, we believe maternal mental health matter]]></description><link>https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/post/common-signs-of-postpartum-anxiety-in-new-mothers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0f4ef78fa816dacc7c4e6b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:45:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c60350_a3fb954c548548c4b5711737d94d6392~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lactation and Maternal Support of Maryland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Thyroid Dysfunction Can Affect Breast Milk Production]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bringing a baby into the world is a major physical and hormonal transition. While many mothers expect some challenges with breastfeeding, few realize that the thyroid gland can play a significant role in milk production. Thyroid dysfunction is surprisingly common in women during pregnancy and postpartum — and in some cases, it may contribute to low milk supply, fatigue, mood symptoms, and difficulty recovering after birth. If you’ve been struggling with milk production despite frequent...]]></description><link>https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/post/how-thyroid-dysfunction-can-affect-breast-milk-production</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0e59ee84923565e06a3a3c</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 01:36:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c60350_14e63f2bc02446ac995c964be2ed5d8d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lactation and Maternal Support of Maryland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breastfeeding: Mastitis Management Thoughts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Given the commonality around the condition of mastitis in the lactating, post-partum mom, you've probably heard this buzz-word at some...]]></description><link>https://www.lactationsupportmaryland.com/post/breastfeeding-mastitis-101</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63ab2e9de7664d310f31a94a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 17:53:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_4153bb1f461b4929a595216ef72a0c61~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Hummingbird Health and Wellness, LLC</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>