Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding might be natural and the best nutrition for babies, but it is far from simple and easy for many mothers all over the world.

Nov 16, 2009 - Simone Castello

As a new mom, breastfeeding often is common and necessary! For some moms, coordinating breastfeeding in public can be overwhelming. To ease anxiety, consider these tips.

Nov 9, 2009 - Michaelene Gerster Trocola

Many women struggle with breastfeeding and become demotivated in the process. They must learn how to overcome these problems.

Nov 8, 2009 - Jana Engelbrecht

Continued breastfeeding with appropriate precautions is safer and better for mother and newborn, even though separation would prevent possible infection.

Oct 17, 2009 - Art Ayers

The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine and The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have released breastfeeding guidelines for women infected with the swine flu.

Oct 15, 2009 - Megan Doyle

The benefits of breast milk have been hailed for decades now. However, it seems that the time the milk is expressed is more of a variant than anything else.

Oct 10, 2009 - Carolina Pichardo

Expectant mothers who are planning to breastfeed may want to consider investing in supplies such as a nursing pillow, a breast pump and nursing bras.

Sep 27, 2009 - Ann Miller

Breastfeeding information, support, even how-to videos are all available to nursing mothers for free online. Here's where to find the best breastfeeding info on the web.

Sep 23, 2009 - Francine Morrissette

After the birth of a baby, it is vital mothers look after their health during this extremely tiring time and do not just concentrate on following a weight loss diet.

Sep 12, 2009 - Jayne Elliott

Mother's milk is optimum nutrition for any baby, but twins are especially vulnerable to problems breastfeeding can prevent. Here's how to make things easier.

Aug 26, 2009 - Mary Earhart

Nature and technology come together to bring edible nipple creams and comfortable nursing bras to breastfeeding mothers.

Aug 25, 2009 - Andree Lachapelle

It's best for a breastfeeding mom not to ignore the irritating lump on her breast. Clogged milk ducts might lead to more serious problems like mastitis.

Aug 22, 2009 - Justine Tajonera

Breast reduction surgery can interfere with a woman's breastmilk supply. However, nursing a baby is still possible. Here are some ways to ensure baby is well-fed.

Aug 20, 2009 - Allison Russo

Breastfeeding is the best nutrition for babies. Yet many women struggle to nurse after breast reduction surgery. Finding support is key to successfully breastfeeding.

Aug 20, 2009 - Allison Russo

The three Ps of Breastfeeding for the Career Woman are Planning, Pumping, and Patience! Learn how to keep a breastfed baby happy and healthy after returning to work.

Jul 10, 2009 - Krisheena Irwin

Mother's milk contains prebiotics and antimicrobials, which help a baby establish healthy gut flora and avoid inflammatory bacteria.

Jul 4, 2009 - Art Ayers

Two things are necessary for new breastfeeding mothers: moral support and good methods for pain relief. This article lists sources for each.

Jun 25, 2009 - Jenny Evans

Guidelines to help nursing mothers meet the increased nutritional demands required for breastfeeding

May 29, 2009 - Melissa Black

The CDC recommends breastfeeding as much as possible to provide immunological protection to infants. Formula produces additional inflammation risk during swine flu.

May 5, 2009 - Art Ayers

Mastitis is a condition experienced by many nursing mothers. Breast pain can be scary for women, but it's easy to diagnose and treat mastitis if it's caught early on.

Apr 27, 2009 - Jenny Evans

Many feel that the breast may be best for feeding a baby, but some clothing can hinder your success and comfort while nursing.

Apr 20, 2009 - Elizabeth Booth

Breast milk needs to be stored and prepared correctly for the safety and health of the baby.

Apr 15, 2009 - Amy Clarke

Iron-deficiency anaemia is uncommon in the breastfed baby. Iron supplementation is usually unnecessary for, and can be detrimental to, the health of breastfeeding infants

Mar 13, 2009 - Barbara Higham

This is an examination of a few myths of breastfeeding in the early days: how often to breastfeed, making enough breastmilk and the comfort of breastfeeding.

Mar 10, 2009 - Barbara Higham

Why it isn't normal for babies to sleep through the night without parental intervention and why it is beneficial for infants to sleep in close proximity to their parents.

Mar 9, 2009 - Barbara Higham

Breastfeeding is just as beneficial for your toddler as it was for your infant! Breastfed toddlers are stronger, smarter, healthier and happier.

Mar 8, 2009 - Heidi Griffin

Facilitating group discussion about the advantages of breastfeeding to mother and baby in a fun and interactive session.

Mar 4, 2009 - Barbara Higham

Nursing a baby over 12 months? Having to justify why you are still breastfeeding? Under pressure to wean? How to handle criticism of parenting choices.

Mar 4, 2009 - Barbara Higham

Decision to wean from the breast is made ideally by the nursing mother, according to her child's needs as well as her own, rather than because of others' expectations.

Mar 2, 2009 - Barbara Higham

A father's role in parenting his baby complements the breastfeeding mother's. Ideally his participation is supportive and hands-on.

Mar 1, 2009 - Barbara Higham

Though sore nipples are not necessarily common when breastfeeding, they can happen, and there are things moms can do to help relieve the soreness and pain.

Feb 10, 2009 - Julie Ackendorf

With the increasing number of cases of vitamin D deficiency, it is important to understand the cause and how to prevent rickets in infants.

Jan 29, 2009 - Melissa Black

Breastfeeding can be a challenge in the beginning, but being aware of a few key pointers can prevent problems and ensure that you are able to continue feeding your baby.

Jan 27, 2009 - Hayley Nichols

When it comes to choosing a breast pump nursing mothers have some options depending on their needs in expressing their milk and breastfeeding their babies.

Jan 19, 2009 - Julie Ackendorf

Gut immaturity of premature infants is exacerbated by formula and a new rat model shows why.

Jan 17, 2009 - Art Ayers

Expressing and storing breast milk to feed a baby while her mother is away is great for nursing moms, but it must be done properly to maintain the freshness of the milk.

Jan 3, 2009 - Julie Ackendorf

You have succeeded in sustaining your breastfeeding relationship into your next pregnancy. What happens when you feel unable to fulfill a nursing request?

Dec 31, 2008 - Julie Boerst

Breastfeeding protects against autoimmune diseases, celiac and type I diabetes, as long as weaning occurs after solid food starts. Introduce Gluten with breast milk.

Dec 26, 2008 - Art Ayers

Nursing mothers do not have to abstain completely from alcohol but should know the limitations, risks, and myths associated with alcohol and breastfeeding.

Dec 25, 2008 - Julie Ackendorf

Discusses the symptoms, prevention and treatment of breastfeeding problems that cause pain in mother and/or baby, such as sore and cracked nipples, mastitis and thrush.

Dec 20, 2008 - Hayley Nichols

Nursing during your pregnancy? Find out how to communicate effectively with your child about her nursing requests.

Dec 13, 2008 - Julie Boerst

Nursing your toddler through your pregnancy? Ease pregnancy breastfeeding challenges by expanding your toddler's support system.

Dec 13, 2008 - Julie Boerst

The breast or the bottle? Statistics show that there are many reasons why every new mom should consider breastfeeding.

Nov 25, 2008 - Jenny Evans

At-breast supplementers have a learning curve, but over time moms can master these devices for a positive breastfeeding experience in the face of a low milk supply.

Nov 23, 2008 - Christy Swift

Nursing moms struggling with their milk supplies may find using an at-breast supplementer daunting at first, but there are some helpful tips on how to use these units.

Nov 23, 2008 - Christy Swift

Mothers with low milk supply can feed their babies with a device that supplements the baby with formula even while she is nursing at the breast.

Nov 22, 2008 - Christy Swift

Poor latch, sore nipples, and slow infant growth may be caused by tongue-tie (ankyloglossia). Posterior tongue-tie can be especially difficult to diagnose.

Nov 15, 2008 - Christy Swift

Nursing during your pregnancy? Find out what to expect, both physically and emotionally, and how to ease into tandem nursing.

Nov 11, 2008 - Julie Boerst

Drinking coffee or other caffeinated beverages in moderation while breastfeeding appears to be relatively safe and to have little to no effect on a nursing infant.

Nov 9, 2008 - Julie Ackendorf

Medications to treat depression can be taken by a breastfeeding mother. Some antidepressants are safer than others for parent and child when taken by a nursing mother.

Oct 25, 2008 - Julie Ackendorf