Mom Awaits Review of Ontario’s Breastfeeding Policy
Alison Kennedy was asked to move to another part of the building when she breastfed her baby in a warm pool at Tansley Woods Community Centre in Burlington last month. She was going to file a complaint with the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) but has put this on hold as the municipality is reviewing its policy on breastfeeding. The OHRC’s... [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Positions
Positioning your baby is an important part of breastfeeding correctly especially in the beginning as this will as help the baby to have a good latch and maximize the amount of milk the baby receives. The video highlights: 1. Overview of various breastfeeding positions 2. How to establish a good latch 3. Alternating between breasts 4. Frequency of feedings 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...]
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 →
Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding
Extended breastfeeding involves nursing your child for more than a year. Despite my commitment to breastfeeding, every so often, I start feeling a little insecure about nursing my son, Connor, at 26 months. Most of the mammas I know have weaned already or are in the process of doing so. Despite the fact that I breastfeed Connor everywhere, I sometime... [Read more...]
Connie’s Story
Where to begin…Mother of a 3 year old that is still going strong. I was met with many opinions regarding “How long” and “when would I stop nursing”. All I have to say, is I went with my heart as to what feels right. Spent time contacting Lactation nurses, wondering how to “wean” (when she was 2), and they... [Read more...]
Lying Down
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A-clzn3QbA&feature=related The lying down position is great for mothers who have had a cesearian section as there is no pressure on the abdomen. It is also a great way for the mother and baby to relax and drift off to sleep and makes breastfeeding really easy if you are co-sleeping. Watch the video to see how it’s... [Read more...]
Support Timely Adoption of Urgency Ordinance, Boycott Nestle!
The Sacramento California based activist group Save Our Water is seeking an Urgency Ordenance from the Sacramento City council to stop Nestlé Corporation from building a bottled water plant using the city water supply. Human rights activists and breast feeding advocates from throughout the world have boycotted the Swiss-based Nestlé Corporation since... [Read more...]
Lack of Breastfeeding in UK Town Leads to Higher Gastroenteritis
Winsford in Bristol, England has a high rate of gastroenteritis and the healthcare community are attributing it to the low breastfeeding rates in the town. They have started a campaign to increase breastfeeding awareness in an effort to have more boobiefed babies and thereby promote better wellness all round. See the full story at: http://www.winsfordguardian.co.uk/news/4169688.Breastfeeding_aversion_linked_to_town_s_high_gastroenteritis_rate/ For... [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Coalition of San Joaquin County Honors Three Firms
The 2009 Mother-Baby Friendly Workplace Awards Luncheon sponsored by the Breastfeeding Coalition of San Joaquin County will honor three California businesses. In Harmony Music Therapy Services; the Law Office of Michael D. Small; and United Cerebral Palsy were nominated by an employee and selected to receive this years award. For more information... [Read more...]
