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My baby fusses or cries when breastfeeding – what’s the problem?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Some babies will fuss, cry … [Read more...]
Importance of Responsive Feeding
The importance of responsive feeding in establishing a good … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Marijuana
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Marijuana is on the American Academy … [Read more...]
Are mothers supposed to love breastfeeding 24 hours a day?
by Glenda Dickerson, IBCLC. Reprinted with permission from … [Read more...]
COVID-19: More Infant Feeding & Birth Resources
COVID-19 and Infant Feeding COVID-19: Separating Infected … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Alcohol
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Guidelines Current research … [Read more...]
Free Breastfeeding Posters
The National Health Service's Dorset HealthCare University … [Read more...]
KellyMom’s Book of the Month – The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding
This is the gold standard for mothers who want more … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding / Nursing Aversion and Agitation (BAA)
By Zainab Yate (MSc) What is the phenomenon of … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Lyme Disease
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Per the US Centers for Disease … [Read more...]
Hunger Cues – When do I feed baby?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Babies should be fed when they … [Read more...]
Carpal tunnel syndrome in breastfeeding mothers
by Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Carpal tunnel syndrome can … [Read more...]
Transgender parents and chest/breastfeeding
by Trevor MacDonald Note: I have drawn some of this … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding after a Cesarean Birth
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC. These are a collection of … [Read more...]
Tools for Feeding: Bottles & More
Following are some resources for alternative feeding … [Read more...]
Vitamin D and Breastfeeding: An interview with Bruce Hollis, PhD
Dr. Bruce Hollis is the lead author of a 2015 study that … [Read more...]
When Breastfeeding is Hard
by Carol Smyth, BSc, MSc, IBCLC Today I'm writing for … [Read more...]
Meet our Sponsor: Can Moms Get More Sleep By Freemie Feeding? plus… Freemie Cups In the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
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Zika virus and breastfeeding
Should breastfeeding parents be concerned about … [Read more...]
A Texas Photographer’s Public Breastfeeding Project
Text by Leilani Rogers I have 4 children, … [Read more...]
Children’s TV Showcasing Breastfeeding
Here are clips from Sesame Street episodes that talk about … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding the Type 1 Diabetic Child
by Erin Hayden-Baldauf, MSEd, IBCLC, CD(DONA) As an … [Read more...]
Why I Celebrated World Breastfeeding Week
Breastfeeding my Type 1 Diabetic Baby by Brittany … [Read more...]
What does a breastfeeding mother look like?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC When you hear "breastfeeding … [Read more...]
What do health authorities say about breastfeeding past the first year?
The World Health Organization supports breastfeeding past … [Read more...]
Sesame Street episodes showing breastfeeding
Here are clips from Sesame Street episodes that talk about … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding During Pregnancy and Tandem Nursing: The Official FAQ
Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Hilary Flower, MA, author … [Read more...]
How do I determine if a medication is safe for a breastfeeding mother?
Have you ever been told you need to stop breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Sensory Processing (Resources)
Breastfeeding and the Sensory World of the Baby Part … [Read more...]
Your Rights As a Breastfeeding Employee
by the United States Breastfeeding Committee Knowing your … [Read more...]
Thank you for your Breastfeeding Support Directory Ad payment
We have received your payment and will review your ad to … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding: A Universal Language of Love
Have you ever wondered how to say "breastfeeding" … [Read more...]
Thank you for your Breastfeeding Support Directory payment
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Maternity Leave and Breastfeeding Rates
Here's another interesting infographic that looks at both … [Read more...]
A Comparison of Breastfeeding Rates by Country
Ever wonder how breastfeeding rates compare from country to … [Read more...]
Financial costs of not breastfeeding
...or cost benefits of breastfeeding Compiled by Kelly … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding your Premature Infant (Resources)
General breastfeeding info Guidelines for health care … [Read more...]
Establishing and maintaining milk supply when baby is not breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC It is important to express … [Read more...]
Relactation and Adoptive Breastfeeding: The Basics
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Relactation or induced … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Logs
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Under normal circumstances it is … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Helplines
International International Lactation Consultant Association … [Read more...]
Cluster Feeding and Fussy Evenings
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC It is very common for babies to … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Your Toddler: What to expect
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Are you considering … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Fertility
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC How can I use breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Getting Pregnant While Breastfeeding
PDF version (great for printing) By Hilary Flower, author … [Read more...]
Normal prolactin levels in breastfeeding mothers
Typical baseline serum prolactin levels in … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding in Public
Commentary Links More commentaries on … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding: Legal Issues
Do you need information on legal issues and breastfeeding? … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding & Jury Duty – My Experience
by Jeni Panhorst. Reprinted with permission from the … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Speech Development
Breastfeeding... Promotes normal oral-facial … [Read more...]
History of Breastfeeding
OK, other that the fact that breastfeeding started with the … [Read more...]
Links: Breastfeeding Art
NOTE: Many of these images are not in the public domain. If … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding: the Numbers
Breastfeeding rates in the United States and worldwide What … [Read more...]
Ross Labs breastfeeding statistics
Until relatively recently, ironically enough, the primary … [Read more...]
All I Need to Know About Life I Learned By Breastfeeding
Mammals make great mothers. … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Quotes
"If a multinational company developed a product that was a … [Read more...]
References: Breastfeeding During Pregnancy and Tandem Breastfeeding
Recommended print resources Mohrbacher N. Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
How will breastfeeding affect my morning sickness?
There is a plus and a minus to report. First it must be said … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding during labor
Nursing naturally increases oxytocin levels, and so can … [Read more...]
How will my milk change when I am breastfeeding through pregnancy?
Milk supply during pregnancy Changes in milk composition … [Read more...]
Will tandem breastfeeding spread germs between my children?
No special measures are normally needed as far as hygiene … [Read more...]
How can I answer critics of tandem breastfeeding?
The first thing to bear in mind is that your breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Will I like tandem breastfeeding? Is worth the trouble?
Like everything else when a new baby first arrives, tandem … [Read more...]
How does tandem breastfeeding affect sibling rivalry?
Many tandem nursing mothers say that “reduced sibling … [Read more...]
What positions are best for tandem breastfeeding?
To find your best arrangement you will need to experiment … [Read more...]
Does my newborn always need to breastfeed first?
Although you may be advised to make sure the newborn always … [Read more...]
Nutrition for mom while pregnant & breastfeeding or tandem breastfeeding
Special Dietary Considerations (Nursing … [Read more...]
Will breastfeeding affect the nutrition of my unborn child?
This concern is valid for malnourished mothers, but it does … [Read more...]
Is it safe to breastfeed during pregnancy?
Yes, in most cases. At this time no medical study has been … [Read more...]
What if a “weaned” child asks to breastfeed again?
Excerpted with permission from Adventures in Tandem … [Read more...]
What if I lose weight in the first trimester (while breastfeeding and pregnant)?
Excerpted with permission from Adventures in Tandem … [Read more...]
The nature of breastfeeding contractions
Excerpted with permission from Adventures in Tandem … [Read more...]
Pregnancy Complications while Breastfeeding
Excerpted with permission from Adventures in Tandem Nursing: … [Read more...]
Tandem Breastfeeding: Suggestion for breastfeeding education & discussion
This exercise could be used by anyone conducting a … [Read more...]
Myths vs Facts: Breastfeeding During Pregnancy and Tandem Nursing
PDF version (great for printing) By Hilary Flower, author … [Read more...]
Is it safe to use cow’s milk or other milks as a supplement to breastfeeding?
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC General Guidelines Cow's … [Read more...]
Religious Fasting and Breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Specific guidelines Jewish law … [Read more...]
Do breastfeeding mothers need extra calories or fluids?
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Calories | Fluids Do breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Herbal weight loss products and breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Many herbal weight loss products … [Read more...]
Low carb diets and breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC High protein, low carbohydrate … [Read more...]
Can I diet while breastfeeding?
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Six guidelines for safe dieting … [Read more...]
Vegetarian Diets and Breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC A vegetarian or vegan mother does … [Read more...]
DHA supplements for breastfeeding mothers
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC At present, there is a major … [Read more...]
Vitamins & other supplements for breastfeeding mothers
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC If you eat a reasonably-well … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding & Parenting Resources for Grandparents
Your Grandchild is Breastfed? Bad News and Good News by … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding to Sleep and Other Comfort Nursing
Many mothers feel guilty for breastfeeding their baby for … [Read more...]
“Is it for me?” Tips for Making Your Decision about Breastfeeding during Pregnancy and Tandem Nursing
Published as “Pregnant and Tandem Nursing” by Hilary … [Read more...]
Tandem Breastfeeding: How Doulas Can Help
by Hilary Dervin Flower, MA from International Doula, Vol. … [Read more...]
A New Look at the Safety of Breastfeeding During Pregnancy
by Hilary Dervin Flower, MA Read article in … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Agitation
by Hilary Flower from Leaven, Vol. 39 No. 4, … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Guilt
Written by Jack Newman, MD, FRCPC (revised January … [Read more...]
Herbs and Breastfeeding: References
Most herbal treatments have not been thoroughly researched, … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Thyroid Problems: Diagnostic Testing & Treatments
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Thyroid screen (blood … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Thyroid Problems: Studies and References
(most recent listed first in each … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Thyroid Problems: Links
General info on thyroid problems and breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Thyroid Problems: FAQ
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Is it safe for a mom with … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Vaccines
Vaccines in general Breastfeeding does not affect the safety … [Read more...]
Conscious Sedation and Breastfeeding: Recommendations for Patients
by Maurenne Griese, RNC, BSN. Reprinted with permission from … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding during immunizations or other painful procedures
compiled by Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Breastfeeding during a … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding when baby has surgery
... How long before & after general anesthesia is it … [Read more...]
My baby is sick – should I continue to breastfeed?
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Absolutely! Anytime a sick baby is … [Read more...]
Dental Work and Breastfeeding
(x-rays, local anesthesia, sedation and more) By Kelly … [Read more...]
Mom’s story: Breastfeeding & Gall Bladder Surgery
by Doe. Reprinted with permission from the author. I had … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Lasik eye surgery
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Many breastfeeding mothers have been … [Read more...]
Can I continue to breastfeed if…? Health/Medical Issue FAQs
Compiled by Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Nursing mothers have many … [Read more...]
Should breastfeeding continue when mom is sick?
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC It is very, very rare for a mom to … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding when mom has surgery
Compiled by Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC General anesthesia should … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and West Nile Virus
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC (This is current info as of … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Caffeine
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Introduction Is baby … [Read more...]
Can I continue to breastfeed if…? Beauty/Recreation/Misc.
Compiled by Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Nursing mothers have many … [Read more...]
Exercise and Breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Moderate exercise improves a … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Cigarette Smoking
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Should a mother who smokes … [Read more...]
Herbs to avoid while breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Herbs that may … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Limericks
I've had a request to move on from Haiku to Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Acne Medications and Breastfeeding
Over-The-Counter Treatments for Skin Problems from the … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and anesthetics (and other medications used during anesthesia)
Links for additional information @ Breastfeeding when … [Read more...]
Birth Control and Breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Most methods of contraception that … [Read more...]
Cold and Allergy Remedies Compatible with Breastfeeding
The common cold will usually run its course within 7 to 14 … [Read more...]
Can I continue to breastfeed if…? Various chemical exposures
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Nursing mothers have many questions … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Mercury Exposure
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Since mercury is all around us in … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and environmental contaminants
Compiled by Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Many moms worry about … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Asbestos Exposure
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Per the US Agency for Toxic … [Read more...]
Partial Weaning & Combination Feeding
By Kelly Bonyata, IBCLC Breastfeeding is not an … [Read more...]
Information is Your Ally in preparing to breastfeed: 10 Tips for Success
by Eva Lyford. Reprinted with permission from the … [Read more...]
The Many Benefits of Breastfeeding (Resources)
Position Statements Comprehensive Lists of Benefits … [Read more...]
Circumcision and Breastfeeding (Resources)
The Effects of Circumcision on Breastfeeding (September … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Multiples (Resources)
"Virtually all mothers can breastfeed one or more infants, … [Read more...]
How to bottle feed the breastfed baby
...paced bottle feeding tips for a breastfeeding supportive … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding your Premature Infant
How Does Milk Production Work? General Information on … [Read more...]
Is Breastfeeding Linked to Tooth Decay?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC It's often said that … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Manners
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Kneading, patting, … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Support Groups
Local | Online Local breastfeeding support Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Links: Breastfeeding, Parenting and Religion
Breastfeeding, Parenting and Christianity Breastfeeding, … [Read more...]
Links: Cultural Context of Breastfeeding and Parenting Choices
Low Breastfeeding Rates and Public Health in the United … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Haiku
Here is some basic information on Haiku poetry: How to Write … [Read more...]
General Breastfeeding Links
LLLI Mother-2-Mother.com by Paula Yount. There is lots of … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Many moms with PCOS have no problems with breastfeeding, but … [Read more...]
Nausea when breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC A small percentage of moms … [Read more...]
FAQ: Does Breastfeeding Cause Postpartum Hair Loss?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Postpartum hair loss is a normal … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Maternal Diabetes
Bibliography Internet resources Breastfeeding if you are … [Read more...]
“Dangle feeding”
Some mothers with a plugged/blocked duct find it helpful to … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding after breast surgery
BFAR - Breastfeeding After Reduction Web Site Excerpt from … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and breast abscess
by Rhondda Smiley. Reprinted with permission from the … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Challenges in the Early Days (Resources)
Various Issues and treatments Nipple and breast pain Low … [Read more...]
Oral Motor Therapy for Breastfeeding Problems (links)
Beckman Oral Motor Therapy addresses issues concerning Oral … [Read more...]
CranioSacral therapy and other gentle body work for breastfeeding problems
Resources How can chiropractic work, acupuncture, or … [Read more...]
How can I find breastfeeding help? (Resources)
LC Directories | Support Groups | Locating good … [Read more...]
How breastfeeding makes life easier for mom
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Going Out Need an … [Read more...]
Toddler Words for Breastfeeding
Words for Nursing Jordan Alex Children use many … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Past Infancy: References
Breastfeeding Past Infancy: Fact Sheet General Benefits … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Past Infancy: 9 Myths
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC MYTH #1-- Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Past Infancy: Links
Recommended re yourticles Why? Nursing Manners … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Past Infancy: Fact Sheet
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC PDF version (great for printing) … [Read more...]
Handling criticism about breastfeeding
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Introduction Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
Infant Feeding in Emergencies
Vital information about safe infant feeding in emergency … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding: It’s So Easy
You hear a lot about how breastfeeding is so good for your … [Read more...]
Down Syndrome and Breastfeeding (Resources)
Print Resources Internet resources Breastfeeding a baby … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding a Baby with Tongue-Tie or Lip-Tie (Resources)
Great basic info on breastfeeding and tongue-tie Q&As … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding a Baby with Jaundice (Resources)
Breastfeeding and Jaundice by Jack Newman, MD Jaundice by … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Baby Health Issues (Resources)
@ My baby is sick - should I continue to breastfeed? … [Read more...]
What breastfeeding supplies do I need?
One breast. One baby. Simple, huh? … [Read more...]
What breastfeeding supplies do I need? (part 2)
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding — Starting Out Right (Resources)
The Basics | Choosing Health Care | Choosing a Nursing Bra | … [Read more...]
Nutrition for Breastfeeding Toddlers
Deutsch It seems that all the the information I see … [Read more...]
Dads and Breastfeeding (Resources)
What About Dad? by Diane Wiessinger, MS, IBCLC "For as long … [Read more...]
Encouraging Teen Moms to Breastfeed
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Some ways to encourage teen … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Welcome Here
Does your business need a sign that welcomes breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding advocacy crafts
Here are a few breastfeeding advocacy crafts I've been able … [Read more...]
New breastfeeding iPhone app
Massachusetts Breastfeeding Coalition has a new iPhone … [Read more...]
Male boost for breastfeeding
From Ireland... Male boost for breastfeeding irishtimes.com … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Prolactin Levels in Lactating Women With a Family History of Alcoholism
A small but interesting study... FHP = family … [Read more...]
Does breastfeeding prevent postpartum depression?
This article on the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine blog … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding weekly wrapup
from Best for Babes... Breastfeeding Weekly Wrap-Up: April … [Read more...]
I’m in 100% agreement with this “Open Letter to My Fellow Breastfeeding Advocates”
An Open Letter to My Fellow Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Jaundice, breastfeeding both normal for newborns
Jaundice, breastfeeding both normal … [Read more...]
NYC Targets Black Women for Breastfeeding
NYC Targets Black Women for Breastfeeding Public hospitals … [Read more...]
A guy’s guide to breastfeeding
Great article! In your family, how does Dad make it easier … [Read more...]
Wow – check out this breastfeeding artwork!
Breastfeeding Art This is for those who are breastfeeding, … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding makes us stupid
A great commentary... Breastfeeding makes us stupid How's … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding art outside Buckingham Palace
This is a sculpture of a breastfeeding mother, located … [Read more...]
An interesting animal study related to breastfeeding and allergies…
Breastmilk “teaches” immune system to ward off allergens in … [Read more...]
Vatican calls for more breastfeeding artwork
OK, this isn't new news, but I just ran across it and it's … [Read more...]
What about the maternal health impact of suboptimal breastfeeding?
An analysis that is missing half the equation I was pleased … [Read more...]
New Jaundice Protocol from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine has published their … [Read more...]
Don’t Believe Every Breastfeeding Study You See…
Don’t Believe Every Breastfeeding Study You See... . . . … [Read more...]
A great commentary: Is it wrong to talk about the public health importance of breastfeeding?
Is it wrong to talk about the public health importance of … [Read more...]
From AOL News: Pediatricians Need to Get With the Breastfeeding Program
Opinion: Pediatricians Need to Get With the Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and Guilt
Raise your hand if you've ever mentioned or posted a link to … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding a Toddler — That’s So Not My Plan
Breastfeeding a Toddler -- That's So Not My Plan: A Mom's … [Read more...]
Medications for Trauma Symptoms and PTSD in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
Medication Use for Trauma Symptoms and PTSD in Pregnant and … [Read more...]
Startling results? Breastfeeding saves lives, health costs
Study says babies' lives, health costs saved if 90 per cent … [Read more...]
Michelle Obama talks about breastfeeding Sasha
Kudos for mentioning breastfeeding! The mention of … [Read more...]
FAQ on Employed Breastfeeding Mothers & Health Care Reform
Press release from the United States Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
New study: Drooping/sagging breasts not caused by breastfeeding…
The technical term for dropping or sagging of the breasts is … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding & women of color
Black Breastfeeding: You have to see it to believe … [Read more...]
Videos on breastfeeding and working
YouTube - Colorado Breastfeeding Coalition … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding videos from New Zealand
YouTube - Breastfeeding NZ Channelwww.youtube.comIncludes … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding PSA from Scotland
NHS Breastfeeding Awareness www.youtube.com National … [Read more...]
A very different breastfeeding PSA from Thailand…
Mom www.youtube.com Breast feeding, another tvc in self … [Read more...]
Encouraging Black Women to Embrace Breastfeeding
Encouraging Black Women to Embrace … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding friendly city
Taipei to become first breastfeeding friendly city in … [Read more...]
Preterm Infants– Breastfeeding Versus Bottle-Feeding
A few references that talk about the differences between … [Read more...]
Racial and Ethnic Differences in Breastfeeding Initiation and Duration
Racial and Ethnic Differences in Breastfeeding Initiation … [Read more...]
Some lovely breastfeeding ads from New Zealand.
Print advertisements - Breastfeeding information resources … [Read more...]
Partial Weaning & Combination Feeding
kellymom.com :: Partial Weaning & Combination … [Read more...]
Do attitudes about formula explain breastfeeding disparity?
Do attitudes about formula explain breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Canadian breastfeeding report
Toronto Public Health - … [Read more...]
Historic Photos and Prints of Breastfeeding
Historic Photos & Prints of Breastfeeding This is on … [Read more...]
Wisconsin breastfeeding bill signed into law
Wisconsin breastfeeding bill signed into law: In part: "A … [Read more...]
Breast-Feeding Helps Mom Stay Slimmer Later in Life
2010.03.08 -- Breast-Feeding Helps Mom Stay Slimmer Later in … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding on children’s TV
This is what I could find for the Mr. Rogers episode that … [Read more...]
Extended Breastfeeding Fact Sheet
Extended Breastfeeding Fact … [Read more...]
Frequent Breastfeeding
kellymom.com :: Frequent nursing www.kellymom.com Both of … [Read more...]
What are the Risks Associated with Formula Feeding?
What are the Risks Associated with Formula Feeding? A … [Read more...]
Steps For Creating A Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite
The Business Case For Breastfeeding - Steps For Creating A … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Protects Against Rotavirus
Breastfeeding Protects Against Rotavirus Diarrhea MORE Than … [Read more...]
Protocols – The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM)
So useful! Protocols - The Academy of Breastfeeding … [Read more...]
Why Would Breastfeeding Prevent Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease in Mother?
Mind-Body Connection: Why Would Breastfeeding Prevent … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding and mental health (for the child)
Breast feeding for over six months could aid mental health … [Read more...]
Help — My Baby Won’t Nurse!
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Introduction The Basics … [Read more...]
Engorgement
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC What is Normal? It is normal … [Read more...]
How much expressed milk will my baby need?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC How much milk do babies … [Read more...]
Interview with Dr Hale, author of Medications and Mothers’ Milk
Dr. Thomas Hale, Ph.D. started the InfantRisk Center and is … [Read more...]
When will my milk come in?
Milk production begins around the midpoint of pregnancy. For … [Read more...]
My baby is fussy! Is something wrong?
What is normal baby fussiness? Whether breastfed or … [Read more...]
My baby is gassy. Is this caused by something in my diet?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Does a mom need to watch … [Read more...]
Latching and Positioning Resources
No matter what latch and positioning look like, the true … [Read more...]
Relactation and Induced Lactation Resources
Bibliography By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Relactation @ … [Read more...]
I’m not pumping enough milk. What can I do?
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Introduction Milk supply … [Read more...]
COVID-19: Guidance – International
World Health Organization (WHO) Coronavirus disease … [Read more...]
COVID-19: Guidance – National
USA - Canada - UK - Italy Looking for International … [Read more...]
COVID-19: Resources for Lactation Professionals
General Resources for Skilled Lactation Providers on … [Read more...]
COVID-19: Mental Health, Anxiety, and Social Stresses
Talking with Children about COVID-19 at KellyMom Manage … [Read more...]
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milk Production
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Newborn Sleep: A discussion with Elizabeth Pantley
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Increasing Low Milk Supply
By Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC Is your milk supply really … [Read more...]
Is Baby Getting Enough Milk?
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Lecithin treatment for recurrent plugged ducts
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Love, Limits and Tandem Nursing
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Natural treatments for nursing moms
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Herbal safety for nursing moms
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Use of Radioisotopes (and other imaging agents) during Lactation
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Prescription drugs used for increasing milk supply
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Lactation Risk Categories
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Perchlorate in Breastmilk
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PBDEs in Breastmilk
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Healing with Breastmilk
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Toddlers do wean…
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Night Weaning
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Breast comfort for mom during weaning
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What is weaning? When is it time to wean?
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Lactation suppression
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Galactorrhea (unexpected milk production) and other nipple discharge
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Reusing expressed breastmilk
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Breastmilk Storage & Handling
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Exclusive Pumping (Resources)
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When Baby Bites
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Q&A: Preventing Thrush
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Engorgement Help: Reverse Pressure Softening
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Nipple blanching and vasospasm
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Plugged Ducts and Mastitis
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Nipple shields
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My baby makes a clicking sound when nursing. Is this a problem?
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Does My Baby Need Vitamins?
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Teething
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Is my baby lactose intolerant?
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Cleft Lip / Palate (Resources)
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Will lying down to nurse cause ear infections?
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