Breastfeeding basics: benefits for babies
Breastfeeding babies provides them with perfect nutrition, highly digestible and "custom-made" for each infant from its mothers' breast. This fact alone is often reason enough for women to choose...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: how to tell if baby is getting enough milk
Breastfeeding mothers often feel all on their own in the practice of nursing, and this can lead to a great deal of anxiety. Most women don't have a support system of mothers, aunts, or grandmothers,...
View ArticleBreastfeeding advocacy: a brief history of infant feeding in America
In the late 1800's, large numbers of women began weaning their babies off the breast and on to cow's milk, often within ten weeks of birth. Economic class of mothers indicated different reasons for...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: average weight gain for breastfed babies
Research has shown that by about four months of age, growth patterns of babies differ depending on whether they've been fed formula or breast milk. At check-up appointments, it must be understood by...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: positions for good breastfeeding
No woman and baby are exactly the same, so it's reasonable to assume that no single breastfeeding position will work for everyone. Some babies are smaller than others, and some women have bigger...
View ArticleSpecial breastfeeding situations: is my baby tongue-tied?
Some babies are born with a condition known as ankyloglossia or "tongue-tie", which is a structural abnormality of the lingual frenulum (a connective tissue underneath the tongue). A baby with...
View ArticleBreastfeeding advocacy: when cultural norms promote abnormality
In the U.S., early infant weaning was one of many trends that followed industrialization, often with fatal results. As women began working outside the home (often in factories) during the late 1800s,...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: benefits of extended breastfeeding
Before 2005, world medical authorities recommended that babies be breastfed exclusively from birth to six months of age for optimal health and developmental benefits. Since the American Academy of...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: the three B's of milk production
Given the popular myths about breast milk and breastfeeding, it is important that women understand the basic mechanics of breast milk production. One cannot make an informed choice to breastfeed...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: 10 myths about breast milk
MYTH: Many women simply cannot produce enough milk to successfully breastfeed a baby. FACT: This is NOT true. Most women produce an over-abundance of milk. Babies that lose weight or aren't gaining...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: finding a breastfeeding-friendly pediatrician
Unfortunately, many healthcare providers in the U.S. are sorely lacking in practical knowledge about breastfeeding. Despite government-funded public education efforts on the subject, many doctors and...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: why does baby seem so hungry?
Mothers new to breastfeeding often worry that their baby may not be getting enough nutrition on breast milk alone. This is a valid concern of any mother and one that is not easily alleviated for women...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: how to increase milk supply
Occasionally, situational difficulties can interrupt lactation to the point that a woman's milk supply may be insufficient. It's best that a baby nurses as soon as possible after birth, but sometimes...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: the inherent risks of infant formula use
Many people do not understand is that the use of infant formula carries with it certain inherent risks that are primarily avoided by breastfeeding. The recent death of ten-day-old Avery Cornett, a...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: what is thrush?
Thrush is a fungal infection of the yeast-like fungus candida albicans. Thrush can affect all members of a breastfeeding family. Mothers and babies can transmit thrush to one another, and fathers or...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: benefits for mothers
While most new and expecting mothers may know that breastfeeding has many benefits for babies, they may not understand just how many ways that breastfeeding helps women. A woman who nurses her baby is...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: why breastfeed?
Breastfeeding is the natural act of a mother feeding a baby from her own breast. A mother's milk is produced exclusively for her baby, changes over time to meet age-appropriate nutritional needs, and...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: Infant weight fluctuations in hospital
Many women who intend to breastfeed their infants will do so for the first few days after delivery, only to find that their baby's weight has actually decreased from that which was recorded...
View ArticleLactation Consultant Q&A: common breastfeeding problems and how an LC can help
Many women are very interested in breastfeeding, but may not have any personal experience with it, nor experienced family members who can help them through difficulties. Breastfeeding is becoming...
View ArticleSpecial breastfeeding situations: nursing twins or multiple babies
Expectant mothers who want to breastfeed have many resources available to help them meet their nursing goals, and efforts by authorities on pediatric and family health are constantly working to make...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: what is cluster feeding?
Many new mothers become alarmed when their newborn babies suddenly develop monstrous appetites. A baby who was previously content with nursing every two hours will stay latched onto her mother's...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: good breastfeeding from day one
To promote good breastfeeding skills for mother and baby, it is important that early nursing be done in as comfortable an environment as possible. Preferably, mother and baby should have skin-to-skin...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: the importance of on-demand feeding
Many women who begin breastfeeding become frustrated when newborn babies seem to feed constantly. Friends and family members who haven't breastfed (or at least, successfully breastfed) their babies...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: should I supplement my breastfeeding baby?
A mother must be absolutely certain that her breastfed baby is not getting enough to eat before attempting to supplement with formula. If mothers are not made aware of the different growth and weight...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: symptoms, causes, and treatment of mastitis
Mastitis is a condition that causes a woman's breast to become swollen, tender, reddened and painful. Mastitis is most often caused by a bacteria known as Staphylococcus aureus. This condition...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: nipple confusion
The choice to breastfeed is best made before a baby is born. It is very important that a mother's feeding preference begins immediately and without risk of "nipple confusion" to the baby. If a woman...
View ArticleSpecial breastfeeding situations: bottle alternatives when baby can't nurse
There are situations in which it is simply not possible to breastfeed a newborn baby, perhaps the most common being a pre-term delivery of an infant whose size or condition renders normal nursing...
View ArticleBreastfeeding advocacy: are you still planning on breastfeeding?
Soon-to-be mothers who show an interest in breastfeeding are often asked this question, repeatedly, before their babies are even delivered. Despite efforts to educate women about the health benefits...
View ArticleBreastfeeding basics: practice makes perfect
A mother must understand that breastfeeding is a learning experience, for her and her baby. For this reason alone, many new mothers will turn to formula feeding, seeking some sort of tangible control....
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: breast soreness, inflammation, and infections
Chapped or cracked nipples are perhaps the most common problem that women experience during the first few weeks of breastfeeding. There are many over-the-counter remedies available to alleviate...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: negativity from friends and family
Nursing a baby requires both patience and faith. A woman must be patient with herself and her baby, because they will both be learning how to breastfeed together. Eventually, both mother and baby...
View ArticleNew Plant City Courthouse ribbon cutting ceremony on Dec. 9
Officials of Hillsborough County and the Judiciary of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida will have a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Plant City Courthouse at 301...
View ArticleAmy Adams wedding coming soon?
Amy Adams' wedding has been quite the topic of conversation in recent interviews. The Muppets actress has been engaged to Darren Le Gallo since 2008 but three years and one baby later, the pair have...
View ArticleLearning With The Seasons
One of the beauties of home schooling is the advantage you can take of what is going on around you. The seasons are a great way to teach so many things. Weather being one of the main things along with...
View ArticleOU Men's hockey Friday at the ONYX vs Adrian
The Oakland University Men's Hockey team will conclude a home and home series with the Adrian Bulldogs. This is a key matchup between two Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League GLCHL teams. Foreward Adam...
View ArticleRabies clinics at PETCO
If you happen to be in the Auburn or South Portland area there are some rabies clinics coming up. November 20th & Dec 4th 11am-12pm 105 Mt Auburn Ave. Auburn 207-786-9280 November 20th & Dec...
View ArticleMichael Kors-Asymmetric Boatneck Dress
Michael Kors carries the 'Asymmetric Boatneck Dress', a draped creation inspired by the Grecian toga. The dress is made of a crepe jersey and sewn over layer upon layer, positioned and folded to create...
View ArticleKirtan fundraiser this Friday
Bhakti yoga is the yoga of universal love and devotion. One way of practicing bhakti yoga is to chant. This Friday evening, November 18th at 7pm, you can join kirtan group, Breathing Room, for a night...
View ArticleTrigger Point Massage Therapy at Smith Family Chiropractic
Dr. Patrick Smith of Smith Family Chiropractic will be offering a free Trigger point therapy demonstration on Tuesday, November 22 at 12:00 p.m. Trigger point therapy is an easy way of relieving...
View ArticleTyler Dasher's mom, Shelby Dasher, charged in beating death of infant son
Affton, Mo. - On Wednesday, Shelby Dasher, the mother of one-year-old Tyler Dasher was charged with his murder. According to prosecutors, she confessed to police that she beat Tyler because he was...
View ArticleRecent Visit to the Beverly Wilshire
On a recent visit to the Beverly Wilshire I went to an event hosted by Inc. Magazine and it talked about recent activity with economy. The food was some immediate o-hourves and some complimentary...
View ArticleGarden City Middle School: support Wounded Warrior
The National Junior Honor Society at the Garden City Middle School is supporting the Wounded Warrior Project with a bracelet sale fundraiser. Bracelets can be purchased at the school store. $3 for one...
View ArticleDrum Circle For Wellness at Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center
Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center 1775 One Healing Place, Tallahassee, Fla. 32308Healing Gardens Venue Phone: 431-4226 A drum Circle is going on Tuesday, December 6th 2011 for musicians and non...
View ArticleTiny Prints talent contest
With the holidays coming up, many Columbus residents like to send personalized cards or photo cards to their friends and family. Here is a way to cut down on the cost of this fun tradition. enter for a...
View ArticlePasadena Community Church Children's consignment sale schedule
Once again Pasadena Community Church will host its semi-annual children’s consignment sale for the fall season. All money raised by Pasadena Community Church Children's consignment sale benefits the...
View ArticleCommon breastfeeding concerns: what is mastitis?
Mastitis is a condition that causes a woman's breast to become swollen, tender, reddened and painful. Mastitis is most often caused by a bacteria known as Staphylococcus aureus. This condition commonly...
View ArticleFound an animal in need?
Have you ever seen an injured, sick, or orphaned animal, but don't know what to do, or who to call? Or how about suspecting animal cruelty? The Global Conservation Group is an animal rights and rescue...
View ArticleVegan Thanksgiving Tasting at New Leaf Market
New Leaf Market www.newleafmarket.coop 1235 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 942-2557 Jill Welch and Jean Crozier will be offering a free Vegan Thanksgiving Tasting event at New Leaf...
View ArticleSpecial performance of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at CPL
Relive the fantasy that is C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Tomorrow night, Thursday, November 17th, the Hampstead Stage Company brings you an interactive experience of a children's...
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