The basics of breastfeeding, including getting off to a good start, handling common and not so common issues. Also includes information on how to pump, when to pump, which breast pump and more!
Breastfeeding is a natural process and it is as much science as it is art. This course is designed to show you the benefits of breastfeeding your baby, how to breastfeed from newborn babies to older babies, how to handle problems, where to find support and information on choosing a breast pump and pumping.
Here are some reasons to breastfeed. Some you may know, other might be a complete surprise. See how you can help you and baby be healthier.
The best collection of breastfeeding (nursing) books available for many different situations.
Dear Grandma, Here are some things you need to know about breastfeeding...
Lactation Vitamin & Mineral Guidelines - A look at the vitamin and mineral guidelines for lactating (breastfeeding) women.
Nipple Nurture by Bella B comes in cleansing pads and cream for soothing your nipples and cleasing before and after breastfeeding.
Tough Titties Nipple Rub is used for healing sore nipples and softening tissues that are well loved during breastfeeding.
How you position your baby at the breast can have a large impact on your comfort with nursing. Did you know that there are many positions that feel good to nursing mothers? Try the cradle, cross cradle, football hold and many more with these pictures of breastfeeding mothers and babies.
The power of the story is amazing. Look at what a good story can do.
Great information from the FDA on breastfeeding facts.
Articles from Dr. Jack Newman on breastfeeding basics, including problems, working while nursing and more.
Answers to your common breastfeeding questions.
Your comfort and buying guide for bras during pregnancy and nursing, from the closure to the seam and everything in between!
Buying a breast pad is a very important decision. Do you want disposable? Do you need wicking? What about plastic pads? How bulky will they be? Learn what you need to know about them before you buy.
Using a nursing pillow can help with positioning and latch of your baby. This can help prevent problems with nursing and make it a more comfortable experience for you and baby. However, not all pillows are alike. Learn what pillows offer what support and which pillow help which situations from preemies to twins, breast and bottle feeding and more!
There are many different ways to store your breastmilk. Learn about different options and how long your breastmilk will last in different settings. Also find tips on storing your milk for your particular storage needs.
A book review of Karen Kerkoff Gromada's book Mothering Multiples - Breastfeeding & Caring for Twins or More!!!
The decision to wean your baby from the breast can be simple or complex, how and when to wean is different for every family. Here are some suggestions to help you make weaning a smooth process.
What is the milk ejection reflex? How does it affect breastfeeding?
Details on the hormone prolactin and the role that it plays in establishing milk supply.
What are the essential vitamins present in breast milk?
What are the essential minerals present in breast milk?
What is the function of enzymes in breast milk?
What are immunoglobulins? What function do they have in breast milk?
What is lactoferrin? What does lactoferrin do in breast milk?
Details definition of the term foremilk in relation to breastfeeding.
Detailed definition of the term hindmilk in relation to breastfeeding.
What is lysozyme? What does lysozyme do in breast milk?
Look up many different medications for their advised use during breastfeeding.
If you didn't breastfeed last time, you may wonder if you should or could this time. Dr. Bartell answers your questions.
What to do when the nursing mother requires anesthesia.
