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The Normal Course of Breastfeeding

It’s very common for a breastfeeding mom to be told that she needs to “fix” something that is not a problem at all! These articles have information on what is normal and expected for a breastfeeding mom and her breastfed child.

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  • Breastfeeding your newborn — what to expect in the early weeks
  • Breastfeeding Your Toddler: What to expect
  • Cluster Feeding and Fussy Evenings
  • Do babies under 12 months self-wean?
  • Frequent nursing
  • Getting Pregnant While Breastfeeding
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  • I’m not pumping enough milk. What can I do?
  • Is Baby Getting Enough Milk?
  • Is my exclusively breastfed baby gaining too much weight?
  • Is my older baby getting enough milk?
  • My breasts feel empty! Has my milk supply decreased?
  • Normal prolactin levels in breastfeeding mothers
  • Nursing to Sleep and Other Comfort Nursing
  • Nutrition for Breastfeeding Toddlers
  • Reverse Cycling
  • The Distractible Baby
  • Tips for juggling a newborn and toddler

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    At KellyMom.com, our goal is to provide support & evidence-based information on breastfeeding, sleep and parenting. I am the mother of three lovely children, and I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I hope that my articles are helpful and encouraging. Thanks for visiting!
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