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How to Prepare for Breastfeeding
There are many ways to get ready for breastfeeding/chestfeeding. Many parents make a list of things to purchase, but the truth is that not much needs to be done to get ready! Finding a support group ahead of time filled … Continue reading
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10 Ways Families Can Support Breastfeeding
You are welcoming a new baby to the family. Congratulations! Breastfeeding is one of the healthiest, most rewarding things a mom can do for her baby. It is only natural that you want to support the new mother in breastfeeding … Continue reading
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breastfeeding and Diet
Many mothers wonder how their diets may affect the quantity and quality of their breastmilk. With so much emphasis in both the popular media and the medical literature on the effects of processed foods, sugar, and artificial ingredients on health, … Continue reading
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Tagged breastmilk and vitamins, breastmilk composition, diet, health, health and breastfeeding, healthy eating, malnutrition breastfeeding, nutrition and breastfeeding, traditional foods, traditional foods breastfeeding, vitamins and breastfeeding, whole foods breastfeeding
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Avoiding Holiday Weaning
During the holiday season, breastfeeding specialists and support groups anticipate more calls about low milk production, fussy babies, breast pain, and nursing strikes. With all the excitement and activity, it is no wonder that breastfeeding can be unintentionally disrupted leading … Continue reading
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Opiate Addiction: Commentary for Breastfeeding Supportive Care
Disclaimer: Native Mothering strongly opposes the use of drugs by breastfeeding mothers unless prescribed by a physician. Please consult your healthcare provider before taking any medications or drugs while pregnant or breastfeeding. This article is not meant to replace the advice of your … Continue reading
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Tagged addiction and breastfeeding, breastfeeding, breastfeeding heroin use, breastfeeding mother, drug addiction, Heroin and breastfeeding, lactation, lactation consultant, Methadon and breastfeeding, methadone use breastfeeding, mothering sobriety, Narcotics Anonymous, opiates, support groups for addicts
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Breastfeeding myths busted: The lowdown on common breastfeeding misconceptions (part 2)
Myth: There is no way to tell a baby is getting milk while breastfeeding. Fact: Although breasts do not have ounce markers, you can tell your baby is getting milk while breastfeeding in several simple ways. Watch for … Continue reading
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