How to Breastfeed

Planning to breastfeed your baby? We've got your nursing 101 crash course right here—from breastfeeding basics, to advice from our experts, to tips and tricks from other breastfeeding moms.
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Breastfeeding: Making It Work
Some new moms find breastfeeding to be a breeze, while for others it's a struggle at every turn. One mother shares the trials and tribulations ... Read More
Breastfeeding: The Power of Commitment
You may know breastfeeding is best for your baby, but making it work for you can be another story. One mom reveals the contract she made with her ... Read More
Cancer and Breastfeeding
All over the world, breast milk is known as the perfect food for human babies. If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, having the right ... Read More
Dinner for Two: Nursing through Pregnancy and Tandem Nursing
Is it safe to nurse while you're pregnant? What about after the baby is born—is it possible to continue breastfeeding your toddler while ... Read More
Donor Milk Banks: Sharing the Precious Gift
Studies prove that human milk is the best source of nourishment for babies, yet some mothers are unable to breastfeed their little ones. Milk ... Read More
How to Breastfeed
You know how good breastfeeding is for you and your baby, and you're sold on giving it a try. Now what? The following steps explain the correct ... Read More
How to Breastfeed Twins
Many moms are tentatively nervous about the prospect of nursing. For expectant moms of twins, it's double the anxiety, particularly in the ... Read More
How to Build a Strong Supply of Breast Milk
Most new moms are unaware that many of the variables affecting breast milk supply are under their control. Author, nurse, and lactation ... Read More
How to Combine Breastfeeding and Bottle Feeding
Breastfeeding doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing decision. Learn how to combine breastfeeding and bottle feeding from moms who've been ... Read More
Induced Lactation
Infants have been nursed by surrogate mothers throughout human history. Even a woman not already lactating can induce lactation enough to ... Read More
Is Your Breastfed Newborn Getting Enough to Eat?
With a little advice and helpful information, worried breastfeeding moms can rest assured that their babies are successfully ... Read More
NICU Parent Survival Guide
Nothing prepares a new parent for the moment when she is released from the hospital without her newborn. Here are a few tips to surviving baby's ... Read More
Not Breastfeeding Costs US Billions a Year
Low breastfeeding rates could be costing the US around $13 billion each year—or so says a new study.
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