Breastfeeding
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Breastfeeding In Public
Babies that are breast fed are very portable and easy to comfort no matter where your schedule has you going. Many women however, worry about breast feeding in public. The worry of nursing in a public place is normally worse...
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Breast Feeding Complications
Sore nipples A lot of mothers complain about tender nipples that make breast feeding painful and frustrating. There is good news though, as most mothers don't suffer that long. The nipples will toughen up quickly and render breast feeding virtually...
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Breastfeeding And Positioning
For some people, the process of breast feeding seems to come naturally. Although there's a level of skill required for successful feeding and a correct technique to use. Incorrect positioning is one of the biggest reasons for unsuccessful feeding and...
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Breast Compressions
The sole purpose of breast compressions is to continue the flow of milk to the baby once the baby no longer drinks on his own. This technique may also be useful if there is: Weight gain in the baby. Colic...
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Breast Feeding and Jaundice
Jaundice is a result of buildup in the blood of the bilirubin (a yellow pigment that comes from the breakdown of older red blood cells). Jaundice causes yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes. It's normal for the...
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Benefits of Breast Feeding
Once you've given birth, breast feeding is the single most important thing you can do to protect your baby and help to promote good health. Best of all, breast feeding is free and provides several other benefits: Saving you...