Archives for Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding – How Are You Going to Feed That Baby?
Breastfeeding is one of those things like smoking cessation or exercise that we are constantly told that we “should” do, and feel guilty if we don’t. (more…)
More Mothers Breast-Feed, in First Months at Least
As reported in an article by Gardiner Harris in the New York Times (May 1, 2008), "about 77 percent of new mothers breast-feed their infants at least briefly, the highest…
Fathers need to be involved in breastfeeding!
Mothers are ceasing to breastfeed in favor of bottlefeeding in part because of their infant's father's preference, states a study published in the November 5 issue of the Pediatrics Electronic…
Breastfeeding
It is doubtful that you could find a midwife who doesn't support and promote breastfeeding. Breastfeeding has been shown conclusively in research studies to provide benefits to baby and mother that just are not…
Cabbage Leaves for Breast Engorgement
You may be at the point where you'll try whatever is available for some relief. It's time to try Cabbage Leaves. (more…)
Breastfeeding Legislation
Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) is a strong promotor of breastfeeding and has sponsored a number of legislative bills related to women's rights to breastfeed. In 1998, she introduced a comprehensive…