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Choosing a Breastpump

By: Glenni Lorick

Breastpumps vary in style, quality and price. Is a more expensive pump necessarily better? Nursing mothers need to consider several factors before investing in a pump. more...

New Breastfeeding Diet Book

By: Anne Chekal

The New Breastfeeding Diet Plan analyzes how food choices benefit breastfeeding mothers and their babies. more...

Finding the Perfect Nursing Bra

By: Glenni Lorick

Expectant mothers need to be fitted for a nursing bra in the last month of pregnancy. When a nursing bra fits correctly, it will make breastfeeding much more comfortable. more...

Respond to Breastfeeding Critics

By: Glenni Lorick

Mothers who breastfeed sometimes encounter criticism from family members, friends, even medical professionals. Here are some tips for responding to their concerns. more...

Negative Breastfeeding Language

By: Christy Swift

Typical language supporting breastfeeding may actually undermine it. more...

Stem Cells in Breastmilk

By: Glenni Lorick

In addition to its many other benefits, new research shows that breastmilk contains stem cells. This finding may offer an ethical alternative to embryonic stem cells. more...

Breastfeeding as Birth Control

By: Glenni Lorick

Mothers who exclusively breastfeed following certain criteria have a 98% effective form of birth control during the first six months of their baby's life. more...

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