New HHS Blueprint for Action on Breastfeeding: Have Your Say!
This week we have a great way for you to get involved and have you say about breastfeeding and how you can bring about change in breastfeeding policy in the United States. Breastfeeding is by far the best choice for you and your baby. If you have any doubts, take a look at Reasons to Breastfeed. Unfortunately, modern life can make your commitment... [Read more...]
Clutch Hold
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpwCl6DSMoA The clutch or football hold is another position you can use to nurse your baby. This video gives you a great look at how to position the baby and also how to prevent sore nipples with a good latch. Read More →
Introduction to Breastfeeding
We are thrilled that you want to breastfeed your baby and want to offer you all the help we can to get you under way. Key points of the video are: 1. Enlisting the help of a lactation consultant 2. Simple instruction on latch 3. Clogged ducts and how to treat them Read More →
Breastfeeding Reduces Cancer Risk
New studies show that the longer you breastfeed, the greater your chances of preventing ovarian, breast and possibly endometrial cancer. The following article claims “every two months of breastfeeding reduces the risk of ovarian cancer by 25pc for the mother.” Breast milk also kills cancer cells so it is beneficial to your baby as well. ... [Read more...]
Support the Breastfeeding Promotion Act 2009
ivda2my6h9 Representative Carolyn B. Maloney (NY) and Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) introduced the Breastfeeding Promotion Act in both houses of Congress on 11 June. This is the first time the bill has been introduced in the Senate. Forty-seven states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands have already implemented laws protecting... [Read more...]
Massachusetts New Law Protects Rights of Breastfeeding Mothers
The following two articles are both reports and reactions to Massachusetts new laws protecting the rights of breastfeeding mothers. Prior to the change, a breastfeeding mom could be charged with indecent exposure, and would have to register as a sex offender! Now moms are not only allowed to breastfeed publicly, but anyone who harasses a breastfeeding... [Read more...]
Chinese Police Woman Breastfeeds Babies Following Earthquake
A Chinese police woman breastfed eight babies who were either orphaned or who’s mothers were unable to provide breast milk following the trauma of a severe earthquake that hit the Sichuan province in May 2008. Although this is an older story, we thought this heroic deed still worthy of praise and your attention. Watch a mother selflessly... [Read more...]
Environmental Benefits of Breastfeeding
Help save the planet and go green through your commitment to breastfeeding. Find out how nursing your baby gives back to the earth: 1. Good for the environment Everyone is being encouraged to go green these days. Breastfeeding requires less waste from packaged products such as wrappers, canisters and disposable bottlers. In an article titled “Mother... [Read more...]
WIC clinic at Hickory Hollow Mall
WSMV is reporting that Antioch, Tenn. is joining a new trend that’s slowly happening across the country: More and more health clinics are opening up shop in, of all places, aging malls that have few stores. Metro Council has yet to approve the Metro Health Department’s plans to open a new women, infants and children — or WIC —... [Read more...]
Medical Benefits of Breastfeeding
Beyond the nurturing and nutrition breast milk offers numerous medical benefits to both the mother and baby. Read on for more info: 1. Breast milk helps the developing baby’s immune system and gives them immunities to disease Formula doesn’t give any of these benefits. Breast milk gives babies antibodies from the mother to help fight... [Read more...]
