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What Are Foremilk & Hindmilk?

What is the difference between foremilk and hindmilk?…   Read more

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10 Things You May Not Know About Breastfeeding

Whether you plan to breastfeed or are undecided, here are 10 breastfeeding facts that may tip the scales in favor of giving your baby “nature’s best.” Mammals are the only animals that produce a unique and complex fluid that protects…   Read more

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DVD Review: BabyBabyOhBaby

Don’t let the wordy title deter you: BabyBabyOhBaby: Nurturing Your Gorgeous & Growing Baby by Breastfeeding is actually an extremely to-the-point yet thorough how-to DVD for moms-to-be, new moms, and even not-so-new moms. Research reveals new information about the importance…   Read more

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Searching For The Truth About Breastfeeding

I’m always intrigued when I see a “Truth About…” article. More often than not, it’s the “truth” according to the author. In this case the author is Maria Rodale (CEO and Chairman of Rodale, Inc. and book author). And the…   Read more

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What Is A Lactation Consultant?

When I mentioned to my health care provider that I was concerned about my ability to breastfeed, she suggested I make an appointment with a lactation consultant. What is a lactation consultant? …   Read more

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What Is La Leche League?

I’ve heard of La Leche League when talking about breastfeeding with friends, but I’m not really sure what it is. What is La Leche League? …   Read more

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How Does The Breast Make Milk?

I know breasts make milk automatically. But what, exactly, goes on in the breast?…   Read more

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Will My Baby Get Nipple Confusion If I Allow Him To Have A Bottle?

What is nipple confusion and will my baby get nipple confusion if I allow him to have a bottle?…   Read more

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Would YOU Eat In A Bathroom?

A campaign to establish lactation rooms at the busiest airport in the world started with a simple post on Facebook. Sojourner Marable Grimmett—an Atlanta mother, blogger at Married With Two Boys, and author of a study about balancing work and…   Read more

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The Breast Factory—All About Milk Supply

Imagine that you are the owner of a grocery store and you have a new product you want to put on the shelves. You’ve heard good things about this product and anticipate that people will want to buy it, but…   Read more

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