100 best companies for Working Mothers
WorkingMothers.com released their list of the 100 best companies of 2009. Nearly every state had a presence but New York state topped the list with 26 companies dwarfing the next state, Illinois that had seven. Industries particularly favorable for working mothers were financial services with 26 companies followed by health care with 20. Read More →
Cradle Hold
This video demonstrates the cradle hold which can be used for babies that have already established a good latch. Read More →
New Study Re-Enforces Breast is Best
The article below bears exciting news about breastfeeding benefits to the nursing mom. Many of us know that “breast is best” for baby, but this study indicates a correlation between nursing and many added benefits for moms as well. It iss a long running observational study conducted by a reputable institution. The study shows that women... [Read more...]
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...]
Celebrating my Second Year Nurniversary
Last week my son, Connor, turned two. My little baby is now a boy. I am celebrating my second year of breastfeeding him and am so happy and proud to have made it this far. I have written about how we started and we got to this point in My Story. Take a look if you haven’t done so yet. I am so happy to be here now where nursing is simple... [Read more...]
Mission Statement: The Passion that Drives Us
International Breastfeeding Symbol The purpose of this website is to encourage, support and reach out to Moms across the world facing the challenges of breastfeeding. We want to share resources, experience and the passion to give our children the gift of breastfeeding no matter what our individual circumstance. They say it takes a village to raise... [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...]
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...]
Milkscreen: A Simple Test to Detect Alcohol in Breast Milk
I just stumbled upon a new product called Milkscreen. It is able to detect alcohol levels found in breast milk. It allows moms the freedom to indulge in some alcohol on special occassions without passing on the alcohol to their babies. It is intended to help extended the time moms commit to breastfeeding. Simply express a little breast milk... [Read more...]
Breast Compression
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJrBRYxDNSE&NR=1 Dr Jack Newman reveals how to do breast compression to ensure the baby is getting the maximum milk and emptying the breast. Read More →
