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Quick Breastfeeding Tips
New mothers may find breastfeeding confusing at first. You may not know exactly what to do or how to do it. Hopefully these breastfeeding tips will help to get you started. - ... Read Entire Article
What Are the Benefits of Breastfeeding?
Parents tend to want to do what is best for their children, including breastfeeding their infants. While it can be uncomfortable to do in a public setting, the bond between ch... Read Entire Article
Nursing Tips from a New Mom
Before my son was born, I never anticipated that breastfeeding would be so difficult for me. I thought because it was a natural process, it would come to me, well...naturally.... Read Entire Article
Breast vs. Bottle
Deciding between breastfeeding and bottle feeding can be a difficult decision for new mothers. With the constant barrage of free samples and coupons, it may seem easier to sim... Read Entire Article
A Natural Choice
I'm at the mall with baby number one, and she is screaming because she is starving. She is strictly breastfed, no bottles, and I am now rushing to the third department store o... Read Entire Article
Avoiding and Managing Sore Nipples
Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for your baby as it contains all the nutrients your baby needs, it is easily digested, and is efficiently used by your child's body... Read Entire Article
Breastfeeding 101
Breastfeeding: it seems like it should come naturally. After all, breastfeeding is a purely biological process. Somehow, your body produces the amount of milk your child needs... Read Entire Article
Breastfeeding - The Best Option for Babies
Breastfeeding. The idea may not sound very glamorous. In truth, it isn't always enchanting or easy. Your breasts may feel larger than life, they may leak, and the idea of pump... Read Entire Article
Breastfeeding and Transitioning to the Bottle
Do you remember when breastfeeding felt like a mystery? At one point in time, perhaps you weren't quite sure how to begin breastfeeding. Maybe you took a class to learn, maybe... Read Entire Article
How Lactation Consultants Help with Breastfeeding
If you are a new mom having difficulty breastfeeding, don't despair. There are professionals who can help you through the process: lactation consultants. A lactation consu... Read Entire Article
Nutrition for Nursing Mothers
While there is no special diet for nursing mothers, some dietary considerations for breastfeeding mothers include attention to caloric intake and a commitment to adhering to a... Read Entire Article
Breastfeeding and the Working Mother
Since the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding up to a year, many moms want to try and meet this time frame. More moms today are conscious of wanting to giv... Read Entire Article
Baby Bottle Basics
Whether you're planning to bottle feed your baby exclusively, or just want a backup plan for when you need a few hours away from home, choosing the "right" type of baby bott... Read Entire Article
Tandem Feeding- Is it for You?
Tandem feeding raises many questions for a mother, especially if we aren’t talking about twins. Will your newborn have enough colostrum after birth? Will you produce enough ... Read Entire Article
Nipple Shields: Pros and Cons
Nipple shields have been around since the 1500’s. They were made from wood, iron, wax, and other raw materials. Today, most nipple shields are made of silicon, rubber, or late... Read Entire Article
How to Handle Engorgement
Engorgement is a common discomfort that many, if not all, breastfeeding women endure. But, what is engorgement? When does it happen? What causes it? And, how can one get relie... Read Entire Article
Breastfeeding: The Importance of Getting the Proper Latch, and Maintaining It
How the baby latches on to the breast is one of the most important ingredients in the breastfeeding relationship. How the baby latches on affects mom and baby. A good latch be... Read Entire Article
