Breastfeeding

Articles in Breastfeeding

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Weaning is a difficult time for breastfeeding mothers. Not only is it emotionally stressful to give up this feeding and bonding ritual with your baby, but it also can be quite painful to have breast milk build up without relief. Fortunately, ... more »
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One major complaint of many new mothers is the nipple soreness that can sometimes occur during the early weeks of breast-feeding. There are many ways to minimize this problem and to make the nursing relationship easier and more comfortable for ... more »
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When you breastfeed, you pass on your nutrition to your baby. If you have a tendency to eat a lot of junk food, you need to drastically change your diet. In order for the baby to have good nutrition, the mother needs to eat right... more »
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Regular exercise can help you to get back in shape after your baby arrives. In fact, some studies have shown that physically active mothers produce more milk volume than their sedentary counterparts. Here are some general guidelines for ... more »
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Whether you are pumping breast milk daily so you can return to work or you're just doing it before a night out, storing it properly is essential... more »
By Firefightermom 0 comments
This will help breastfeeding mother's who want to return to work, are on the go, or just want to have a good stash and need to pump and store their expressed breast milk... more »
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At some point you may decide that you would like to supplement your breastfeeding with formula. You are probably aware that breastfeeding is best for your child and that your breast milk will change based on your child's age and needs, making it ... more »
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Although electric pumps are the most expensive (they range from $100 to $1,000), they are faster and more convenient than manual pumps. In addition, because you don't need to use your hands, you can nurse your baby on one side while pumping on ... more »
By italeona 2 comments
A lot of people I knew that tried breast feeding stopped because it hurt so much. I didn't believe them until I had my little one. OMG!!! I wanted to give up the first day, but I was in a new hospital and I guess they had some top of the line ... more »
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Many mothers are unable to breastfeed, but still want to feed their babies expressed breast milk (EBM). There are many ways to create the same bonding experience as breastfeeding while feeding your baby a bottle of EBM. Feeding your baby EBM ... more »
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A baby born with a cleft lip or palate may have trouble breastfeeding, but it's worth persevering and will help your baby if he will need surgery... more »
By AmyU 0 comments
While a cesarean delivery is difficult and not ideal, it is still possible to breastfeed your newborn. There are a few different ways to breastfeed without causing pain on your incision... more »
By Natalie Hernandez 0 comments
Is there dangers of breastfeeding with nipple piercings?.. more »
By tori76 2 comments
A new baby comes with so many decisions. Among the most important of those decisions is how you’ll feed your baby. It’s generally accepted that breastfeeding gives babies the best start in life, but that doesn’t mean that it’s right for everyone. ... more »
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One of the most common questions for new mothers is how to increase the supply of breast milk. If you are concerned that your baby is not getting enough because your body is slow to produce milk, there are a few simple ways to increase the ... more »
By smilesatme1 2 comments
How can you produce more breast milk? This is not for everybody, this is for women who has difficulties in breastfeeding their babies. Not all new mothers are abundant with breast milk. Some women cannot produce enough milk from their breast. ... more »
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Weaning can be a difficult time for both mother and baby, but doing it gradually with lots of love can ease the transition... more »
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After you give birth, you probably want to lose your pregnancy weight as fast as possible. But in order to produce healthy breastmilk, you actually need to increase your caloric intake to about 2,500 calories a day and not worry too much about ... more »
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Breastfeeding is an important element in the life of a newborn and his/her mother. Aside from satisfying the baby's hunger, it performs other critical functions such as enhancing the newborn's immunity, creating a bond between mother and her ... more »
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Breastfeeding in bed allows you and the baby to sleep in the early weeks and months of motherhood. After a C-section, nursing while lying on your side is essential. The baby cries less as the mother meets early fussing and hunger cues quickly and ... more »
By Natalie Hernandez 2 comments
There has been so much debate on this subject, and even when you give birth the nurses and doctors try and push you into breastfeeding. In my own personal experience of being a mother of three, two formula feed and one breastfeed, I feel I can ... more »
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While you don't have to be as careful about what you eat when you were pregnant, you do have to watch what you eat when you are breastfeeding. Your body will protect your breastmilk over you, so eating poorly and forgetting about good nutrition ... more »
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One of the most common questions from new, breastfeeding mothers is how to safely and effectively increase breast milk supply. Contrary to popular belief, drinking more fluids is not the answer. However, there are a number of easy and reliable ... more »
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Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast experienced by nursing mothers. Left untreated, it can lead to an infection of the breast requiring antibiotics, or an abscess requiring drainage, so it is important to have it treated right away. ... more »
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At some point in your initial breastfeeding weeks, your baby's feeding schedule may seem erratic. You may find that your breastmilk supply is reducing and wish to stimulate your breastmilk supply to increase it and produce more milk. This article ... more »