Benefits of Breastfeeding - Breastfeeding Problems (Page 2)

Breastfeeding Problems

Benefits of Breastfeeding

Breast milk provides the perfect mix of everything your baby needs to grow. Breast milk is not just nature's perfect baby food, but it also contains immunity-boosting antibodies and healthy enzymes that protect your baby. Photo by Mehmet Turgut Kirkgoz on Unsplash

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Benefits of Breastfeeding

Smoking and Breastfeeding - Should You Stop Breastfeeding?

Continuing to breastfeed is generally better than stopping, even if you can't quit smoking. The advantages of breastfeeding usually surpass the risks associated with exposure to cigarette smoke.

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Things to Avoid

Thrush and Breastfeeding - Symptoms, Causes & Natural Remedies

This page will discuss thrush and breastfeeding tips, including advice and natural resources.

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Baby Fusses While Breastfeeding

As time goes by, most babies will start to suck stronger and more efficiently. During the first few weeks after birth, a baby may drink up to 40 minutes per feeding but, as time goes by, he/she might only need 10 to 15 minutes at the breast.

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Low Milk Supply Featured

Signs of Low Milk Supply and How to Increase Milk Production

Mothers sometimes use the wrong signs to judge milk supply. Here are some tips on how to determine whether you have low supply.

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Attachment Parenting

Supplementary Nursing System

Continue to benefit from the bonding experience that breastfeeding offers, even if you have a low milk supply or no milk at all.

Nausea While Breastfeeding - Can Breastfeeding Make You Nauseous?

Benefits of Breastfeeding

Nausea While Breastfeeding - Can Breastfeeding Make You Nauseous?

The release of the hormone Oxytocin during milk let-down is what causes nausea. It is the same hormone that is associated with digestion and other gut hormones.

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Benefits of Breastfeeding

Finding Blood In Breastmilk

Blood found in breast milk is usually not a serious issue; about 15% of all breastfeeding mothers have blood in their milk, most don't notice it. You may find blood inside your baby’s mouth after breastfeeding, in your baby's spit-up, or in your baby’s stools.

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Finding a Lump in Breast Tissue

This article delves into the types of breast lumps you may encounter, symptoms to watch for, and when to seek medical advice.

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Cue Feeding Featured

Cluster Feeding and Fussy Evenings - Tips and Tricks

Cluster Feeding (sometimes called ‘bunch feeding’) is what the word suggests. Feeds that are ‘clustered’ together; this occurrence is normal!

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Overfeeding Featured

Can You Overfeed a Breastfed Baby?

Regular feeding is a natural behavior. Mothers need to be aware of the fact that breastfeeding is not just about nourishment, it is also about bonding, warmth, comfort, affection... breastfeeding has been proven to decrease anxiety and pain too.

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Benefits of Breastfeeding

Writing a Letter to Your Employer About Your Breastfeeding Plan

You will want to inform your employer about your breastfeeding plan and discuss any preparations that need to be made... If you are unsure about what to incorporate into your letter, we have provided a few suggestions.

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Using Breast Milk

Looking for a practical way to utilize your surplus frozen milk?

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Comfort Feeding

Why Is Comfort Nursing So Very Important?

Non-nutritive suckling, also known as comfort sucking, is as vital to any baby as the nutrients received from breast milk. Comfort breastfeeding only becomes a problem when the mother starts to feel overwhelmed.

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Attachment Parenting

Breastfeeding at Birth - Why Breastfeed Immediately After Birth?

Most babies have a powerful sucking reflex straight after birth, but it is also normal for a baby to only nuzzle or lick a little. Some babies will latch on very well, while others take some time to get the hang of it.

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