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Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer

Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer

What you need to know about breastfeeding during and after treatment for breast cancer

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What’s Behind the US Baby Formula Shortage – and How to Make Sure It Doesn’t Happen Again

The shortage will affect some parents more than others. Not surprisingly, the most affected parents are those on the lowest income.

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How Medical Technology Is Changing Healthcare

What is it? Who’s using it? And how is it being used?

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Heart to Heart: How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Heart Health Throughout Your Life

Complications during pregnancy are far from temporary when it comes to your health, but there are things you can do to reduce your risk

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When Postpartum Depression Hit, I Heard Only the Lies My Depression Told Me

As a pharmacist, I understand medications for depression but I still believed I was too defective for medicine to fix

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With a Little Help from Our Friends

In honor of National Girlfriends Day, here's a look into how our friendships enrich our lives

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Closing the Racial Gap in Breastfeeding

More Black mothers are choosing to breastfeed and changing the narrative around breastfeeding in the Black community.

When My Breasts Didn't Work, I Nursed My Baby Anyway

When My Breasts Didn't Work, I Nursed My Baby Anyway

I wish someone had had the foresight and compassion to explain I was showing all the risk factors for breast hypoplasia.

How My Struggle to Breastfeed Led to Postpartum Anxiety

How My Struggle to Breastfeed Led to Postpartum Anxiety

I'd always been a good student and so of course, I wanted to get breastfeeding right. But it was challenging and affected my mental health greatly.

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Infant Feeding Choices: What Parents Are Saying

If you’ve ever felt judged by any of your parenting choices, you’re not alone. Read what 1,202 mothers and caregivers had to say during a recent survey.

Pediatricians Put It Bluntly: Motherhood And Marijuana Don't Mix

Pediatricians Put It Bluntly: Motherhood and Marijuana Don't Mix

Women who are pregnant of breastfeeding their infants should avoid marijuana since THC (one of the active compounds in marijuana) can easily cross the placenta and accumulate in the brain and fat of the fetus, and this can harm the fetus or their baby.

Nutrition During Breastfeeding

Nutrition During Breastfeeding

Good nutrition is crucial when you're breastfeeding. Check out Nurse Barb Dehn's advice for new moms.

Insurer Slashes Breast Pump Payments, Stoking Fears Fewer Moms Will Breastfeed

Insurer Slashes Breast Pump Payments, Stoking Fears Fewer Moms Will Breastfeed

Major insurer cuts payments for breast pumps, which may increase patient costs and drive some new moms from breastfeeding their infants.

Breastfeeding Problems and How to Solve Them

Breastfeeding Problems and How to Solve Them

Not all moms and babies get the hang of breastfeeding right away. Here are some potential breastfeeding problems you may encounter and some solutions.

Even Partial Breastfeeding for First Few Months Lowers SIDS Risk

Even Partial Breastfeeding for First Few Months Lowers SIDS Risk

New research confirms that breastfeeding for two to four months of a newborn's life can significantly reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

How to Wean Your Child From Breastfeeding

How to Wean Your Child From Breastfeeding

If you or your baby has decided that it's time to stop breastfeeding, here are some tips to help weaning go better for you both.

Probiotic Supplements Failed to Prevent Babies' Infections

Probiotic Supplements Failed to Prevent Babies' Infections

Probiotic supplements may not protect babies from catching colds or stomach bugs in day care, a new clinical trial suggests.

Breastfeeding May Reduce Pain From C-Section

Breastfeeding May Reduce Pain From C-Section

Breastfeeding for a longer time may help women reduce the risk of chronic pain after a cesarean delivery.

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The Good Thing About Bacteria in Breast Milk

Researchers say breastfeeding plants good bacteria in baby’s digestive system.

Breastfeeding May Not Lead to Smarter Preschoolers

Breastfeeding May Not Lead to Smarter Preschoolers

Breastfeeding may not make kids sharper or better behaved than their non-nursed peers over the long-term, a new study suggests.

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8 Nutrients All Breastfeeding Moms Need

Breastfeeding is hard work for your body, so it's important for mom to stay healthy, hydrated and well-nourished.

Breastfeeding Suffers When New Moms Work Longer Hours

Now, a new study has concluded that the more hours a new mom works, the tougher it is for her to continue breastfeeding.

5 Tips for Gentle Weaning Success

5 Tips for Gentle Weaning Success

As much as breastfeeding isn't an automatic process, weaning also isn't automatic for most moms. In rare cases, a baby will stop nursing all on her own, but more often, it's a process. Get the tips for success.