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Free breastfeeding guide

Breastfeeding is hard.
But with the right support,
it doesn't have to be.

Pain, supply and self-doubt — what's normal, what helps, what to do next. From a Lactation Consultant who found breastfeeding so hard she almost gave up.

  • Know what's normal and what needs attention
  • A calm plan for pain, supply and every feeding challenge
  • No judgment. No pushing through. Your feeding, your way.
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Inside the breastfeeding guide

A simple plan for when feeding feels overwhelming.

Pain, supply, latch — every section ends with one calm next step so you stop guessing and feel steadier, faster.

  • 1
    Do I have enough milk?
    Check nappies, weight and alertness — not your breasts. How to know, and when to get support early.
  • 2
    Why does this hurt so bad?
    Pain is feedback, not something to push through. Adjust latch and position first. Comfort before everything.
  • 3
    Early weeks chaos
    Sleepy feeders, engorgement, blocked ducts, mastitis — small changes early bring faster relief.
  • 4
    When anxiety spikes mid-feed
    One sorting question: is this pain, supply, or baby behaviour? One step. Close the loop. Stop scrolling.
  • 5
    The mamalinc feeding plan
    Comfortable → effective (latch + transfer) → protect supply → troubleshoot one change at a time.
  • 6
    Permission to feed your way
    You're allowed to ask for help early. Change your mind. Protect your mental health. A plan that works for you.
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Built by someone who almost gave up

I haven't just studied breastfeeding. I've struggled with it.

I found breastfeeding so hard that I almost gave up. And I was a Lactation Consultant. I thought I would be fine. I was so wrong.

I had excruciating pain from thrush. Got mastitis. Had low supply. Babies who wouldn't latch. Moments where I cried wondering what on earth I was doing.

I know what it's like to really want breastfeeding to work and still feel like every single feed is a battle you're losing.

"You don't need to push through pain. You don't need to guess. You just need clear answers and someone who actually gets it. That's what this guide gives you."
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There are three paid tiers. The month-to-month plan unlocks the full premium content library and live twice-weekly Q&As with Courtney — no InstantConsult. The 3-month and 12-month plans include everything in the monthly plan plus InstantConsult — Nurse Courtney's 24/7 personalised advice feature. All paid plans are an upgrade from the free plan, which includes all 5 guides and mamaunity.

Yes. The guide walks you through how to check whether supply is actually low (it's often not what you think), and what practical steps to take if it is. You'll also know exactly when to get professional support early, before a small issue becomes a bigger one.

Yes. Most breastfeeding struggles come down to one of three things: pain, supply, or baby behaviour. This guide helps you identify which one you're dealing with and gives you a calm, clear next step — no matter where you are in your journey.

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