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...When to wean your baby from the breast Tips on weaning Breastfeeding and your family Involving dad and breastfeeding How to support a breastfeeding mom Breastfeeding and formula Is breastfeeding overrated? Can I use formula when I breastfeed?...
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...2015. Every year has a different theme, and this year’s is “Breastfeeding and work: Let’s make it work!” I think focusing on supporting employed breastfeeding mothers is a great idea, and here’s why. In the United States, we lead the world in lots...
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...are all related in that they were different things that offered me support. So here’s what I found priceless and wish every breastfeeding mom had access to: Professional lactation support Between the International Board Certified Lactation...
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...a small mouth, recessed chin, or different shaped arch of the palate. It can also be because the positioning at the time of breastfeeding isn’t quite right. Breastfeeding pain can also be caused by other conditions, such as a nipple or breast...
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...Nations in 1990. These goals are supposed to be achieved by 2015; one such goal is increasing the protection, promotion, and support of breastfeeding. You might wonder why the United Nations cares so much about breastfeeding. While we know that...
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...gling with breastfeeding. I get that. If breastfeeding is your goal, then your pediatrician should do everything they can to support you. For many, breastfeeding is one of the highlights of new motherhood, and moms who want that experience should...
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...at’s OK, you can always switch to formula.” That is also not right. And lastly, I’ve known (fewer) doctors who have tried to support breastfeeding to the point that they can’t help their patient make the transition to formula when they’ve really...
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...re still punished for breastfeeding in public, but it’s great to see the law and culture moving toward greater acceptance of breastfeeding moms. After all, the benefits of breastfeeding are well known, and the American Academy of Pediatrics...
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...g your milk supply and can lead to nipple confusion. Unless considered medically necessary by a doctor, stick with exclusive breastfeeding so you and your baby can learn the ropes without any distractions. 6. When to worry about pain. It seems...
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...ing 70.4 percent. Also, states with higher percentages of La Leche League leaders per 1,000 live births have higher rates of breastfeeding initiation and longer durations of breastfeeding. For example, Vermont has 3.13 La Leche League leaders per...
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...who’ve been in their shoes can be priceless. This may come in the form of attending a La Leche League meeting or other local breastfeeding support group. La Leche League meetings are run by a leader who has personal breastfeeding experience and is...
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...wean and just followed my son’s lead. I think back to how much my perspective had changed, and mostly it was because I had a supportive partner, a supportive lactation consultant, educational resources, and fellow mothers who were a wealth of...
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...ing brings. One example is wearing your baby, which can keep you and baby close long after feeding time is over. 7. Seek out support. While some people may tell you to “just get over it” if breastfeeding didn’t go as planned, that’s a big pill to...
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...ience. Others find that using paced bottle feeding with a slow flow bottle is a great way to keep baby fed and interested in breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is not all or nothing. If you do not make 100 percent of your baby’s milk, you are still...
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...pressant that is considered the best, but often medications called SSRIs are used because they have been studied the most in breastfeeding women. Your doctor can figure out which one is best for you based on your symptoms and history. If you are...
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...t more complicated when it comes to alcohol! 13. Here’s what you need to know in a nutshell. Occasional light drinking while breastfeeding is fine, as long as you’ve got a healthy baby and a good breastfeeding rhythm. If you feel too intoxicated to...
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...might want to gear up for is breastfeeding your baby, especially if you’ve never done this before. Other than reading a good breastfeeding book, attending a breastfeeding class, or meeting with a lactation consultant, many women wonder if there is...
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...eastfeeding initiation rates (90 percent of moms!), while Mississippi has the lowest (47 percent). 7. Companies that provide support for breastfeeding moms (such as in the form of pumping breaks and a space set aside for pumping) have a 94 percent...
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...cture of her on the toilet. Was it worth it to make that statement? At the end of the day, I don’t think this photo is about breastfeeding. I think the bigger issue is that as a society, we’ve come to a point where we share it all. We can show...
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...arrassed. Overall, the comments Whoopi and the majority of the other hosts made (and have made so many other times regarding breastfeeding, nursing in public, and the fear of showing breasts to men who might just think of sex) shows a complete lack...
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...itable delays that always seem to pop up. So wouldn’t it be nice if airports were able to provide a clean, private space for breastfeeding moms who need to pump? I sure think so! Unfortunately, a survey conducted by the Academy of Breastfeeding...
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...estion usually is, “But how much more can I lose so I can fit back into my pre-pregnancy jeans—without causing problems with breastfeeding?” The bottom line is that breastfeeding moms in general should avoid crash diets or ones that promise huge...
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...on your body, and lead to back pain, sore shoulders, and even carpal tunnel syndrome. You can fight back, however, with good support and positioning while nursing and working on your core and stability via yoga, Pilates, or other exercises. Feel dry...
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...ilk. Supplemental bottles of formula or water the first few weeks of life are not needed. They may discourage your baby from breastfeeding and decrease your milk supply. If you’re planning to return to work or to be away from your baby during...
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...w are a few things you may find helpful, but they are by no means required in order to be successful with nursing. 1. A good breastfeeding book —Many moms have questions when it comes to breastfeeding, and having a quality book to rely on is so...
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...ife. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends “exclusive breastfeeding for approximately the first six months and support for breastfeeding for the first year and beyond as long as mutually desired by mother and child.” The World Health...
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...ore his arrival. The one thing I didn’t worry about and plan for: breastfeeding. As a pediatrician, I counsel new moms about breastfeeding all the time, offering tips and advice to make nursing a little easier. But all the medical knowledge in the...
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...astfeeding specialists out there, but a “lactation consultant” is a formal title. For example, someone may call themselves a breastfeeding educator, a certified lactation counselor, or a breastfeeding specialist. These titles are not centrally...
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...primer on breastfeeding in the United States. Nursing in public —Babies need to eat when they get hungry, and this includes breastfeeding! If you are new to nursing or have worries about breastfeeding in public, it can be helpful to know the laws...
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...ding challenges If you are breastfeeding, no doubt you’ve come across some of the more common challenges moms encounter with breastfeeding, including: Breastfeeding in public/at work. Did you know 45 states have laws allowing breastfeeding in...
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...ng you breastfeed, but also the expectations and traditions surrounding this practice. Here are some interesting facts about breastfeeding around the world. In the Philippines, broken papaya leaves and sugar cane stalks are stroked over the mother’s...
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...oxytocin levels rise, encouraging him to become more involved in the ongoing care. Here are a few tips to involving Dad with breastfeeding an infant: Have Dad join you for breastfeeding class during your pregnancy and for your lactation consultation...
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...by is different. And every mom and baby may approach breastfeeding a little differently. But here is a general approach to a breastfeeding session that you may want to try, until you get more comfortable and figure out what works best for both you...
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...from the rooftops, “CAN WE PLEASE ALL GROW UP AND FOCUS ON SOMETHING ELSE?!” Just last week there was yet another episode of Breastfeeding in Public: So Scandalous, Let’s Shame Her, and I feel compelled to address it because I think how the mom...
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...uated by your medical provider or lactation consultant before you assume that you need to supplement with formula or abandon breastfeeding. A detailed history and exam can be done to see if your baby is gaining weight appropriately, to assess how...
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...ents and substances). Even babies who are nursing past a year of age can benefit nutritionally and emotionally from extended breastfeeding, and so forcing early weaning because of a new pregnancy can be very traumatic for both mother and baby....
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...water and gaze deeply into the face of your newborn. You lock eyes with your little one and think, “I love everything about breastfeeding!” Real world scenario: Your baby is screaming like a howler monkey. You put down your (now cold) coffee long...
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...would hold a football, tuck your baby’s body between your body and your arm. A pillow can be placed underneath your baby for support. While you and your baby are still getting used to latching on, the cross-cradle hold may be a good position for you...
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...r baby nearby. Some moms find it hard to respond to their pump and experience the same kind of milk let-down as they do when breastfeeding. Having pictures or videos on your phone of your little one can help with this and keep your mind off the...
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...ts for a few weeks, or that this sudden abrupt end to nursing is actually a baby’s way of weaning. For these moms, emotional support is key, especially for the mother who had hoped to breastfeed longer than her baby planned on. Meeting with a...
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...g and amount. With breastfed babies, however, feeding on demand really is the best way to mimic nursing and also ensure that breastfeeding will be disrupted as little as possible. Teach your caregivers your baby’s hunger cues and have them start...
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...ew days postpartum, while their milk supplies are being established, actually produce more milk and are more successful with breastfeeding. This technique guarantees that even if a baby is having latching troubles or is sleepy, for example, that the...
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...onger periods. Now, as your baby is approaching his or her first birthday, you might be wondering if it’s time to fully stop breastfeeding. After all, your pediatrician likely recommended breastfeeding for the first year, and many moms don’t even...
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...pregnant women experience that causes milk to be produced after a baby is born. Only two things are required for successful breastfeeding: breasts and a functional pituitary gland that produces the hormones needed for breastfeeding. The medications...
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...ergoing a severe maternal illness where she was either too unwell or needed to take medications that weren’t compatible with breastfeeding. However, not all mothers who wean wish they had, and this is where relactation comes in. A mother may want to...
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...latches onto your breast is one of the most important factors in being successful with breastfeeding. Without a good latch, breastfeeding can hurt, and your baby may not be able to remove enough milk from the breast. This can lead to a fussy baby,...
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...ed. 5. Use a nursing cover or blanket if you find them helpful. Some women feel more comfortable using a nursing cover while breastfeeding in public, and others will use a burp cloth or baby blanket to achieve the same purpose. Additionally, some...
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..., they may become resistant to nursing and stop feeding well. Luckily, over time some women do notice that their overactive let down seems to settle down somewhat, and as a baby gets older, she often is able to work with it more easily. As with any...
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While many women think they have low milk supplies, especially in the first few weeks of breastfeeding, the real incidence of this problem is pretty rare. However, for the woman who has been diagnosed with true low milk supply, it can be scary to...
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...n none! Preparing to breastfeed Women who are planning to nurse and have breast implants should meet with a lactation consultant before they give birth. At this visit, a thorough history and exam can be done, and a plan can be made to optimize...
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Many breastfeeding moms have concerns over low milk supply and end up weaning prematurely. Because of this, nursing moms and those caring for them often look to medications or herbs that claim to increase milk production. But do any of these herbs...
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...parents stressed out about nursing, rooming-in can help in so many ways. We know that when babies room-in, they have higher breastfeeding rates, gain weight better, and are less likely develop jaundice. This is because when moms have the ability to...
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...lementing with donor milk or formula is vital to make sure your baby is growing appropriately. Many moms may grieve over the breastfeeding experience and therefore use an at-breast supplementer. This is a tube connected to a milk storage container...