Breastfeeding

04th June 2006
Okay, so you've decided to breastfeed and everything is going great guns or near enough. But sooner or later you are going to have to venture outdoors with your little bundle! One of the greatest concerns for a lot of newly breastfeeding mothers is what t...

03rd January 2007
So you've decided to breastfeed your baby! You'll want to make sure that both you and your little one are getting all of the nutrients you need to stay healthy and strong. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, nursing mothers need to eat ab...

03rd July 2007
You've most likely heard every doctor and health care professional say that breastfeeding new babies is the best nutrition there is. Not only is it the natural way to feed your baby, but the health benefits are enormous. Here are 10 great reasons why you ...

15th February 2007
Giving your baby breast milk is the most natural form of feeding there is, and offers an unequalled way of providing the ideal food for your baby, helping your baby to grow healthy and naturally. The World Health Organisation and most government agenci...

05th July 2007
Opinions vary throughout the world regarding when to stop breastfeeding. Different cultures and customs fix different times for weaning away the babies from breastfeeding and even different women have their own ideas regarding this matter. WHO advises mot...

06th August 2006
It is universally acknowledged that breastfeeding your baby gives her the best start in life. The nutrients and antibodies in the mother's bloodstream are passed onto her child through breastfeeding, thus helping her baby to develop its own natural defenc...

18th June 2007
Breastmilk provides all the nutrients a baby needs for healthy development. The following is some advice on eating a varied and balanced diet to help keep you, and your baby, healthy when you're breastfeeding. Many breastfeeding mothers worry about wha...

05th July 2007
Opinions vary throughout the world regarding when to stop breastfeeding. Different cultures and customs fix different times for weaning away the babies from breastfeeding and even different women have their own ideas regarding this matter. WHO advises mot...

05th March 2006
Benefits Breastfeeding has many benefits for your baby. If your baby can be breast-fed for at least 6 months then the risk of allergies, such as eczema, are reduced, ear infections and stomach upsets are also reduced. Mother's milk seems to boost your ...

04th June 2006
Mastitis is perhaps the most distressing problem you may encounter when attempting to breastfeed. You have been making it through the sleepless nights, the relentless feeding schedule, the diapers, the leaking... when all of a sudden you want to stop brea...

16th August 2007
Babies need to eat often--every 90 minutes to two hours. Feed your baby when she begins to show signs of hunger, such as rooting or sucking on her lips, fingers or fist. Try to feed her before she cries. Feeding your baby often won't spoil her. It will...

19th July 2006
You may have heard that breastfeeding saves lives but wondered: How can this be? We all know mothers who don't breastfeed, and would we say that their children are at risk of death. Of course not, their babies thrive on formula. So, are babies' lives at r...

04th October 2006
Eventually it's time to stop breastfeeding your child. But exactly when should a mother stop breastfeeding her child. The answer, of course, is that there is not a set time to stop. Some mothers will stop much sooner than most and some will carry on breas...

16th June 2006
"I'm going to breastfeed", is a common refrain amongst pregnant women. But what many women don't do is to prepare for breastfeeding beforehand. They simply make the statement and then put it to the back of their minds. The next time the issue arises is of...

17th July 2006
There is no man made replacement for mother's milk. Breast milk is the best food for every newborn baby. It is perfectly balanced to provide all the nutrition necessary for an infant to survive and prosper. In western countries, quite often mothers a...

06th August 2007
It's that time of day again, and you eagerly settle down in your grandmother's antique rocking chair to breastfeed your newborn. This is the best time of the day for you as it affords more bonding time with your baby. But did you also know that you ar...

19th March 2008
Infant formula, a great substitute for mother's breast milk designed for infant consumptions usually comes from cow's milk or soy milk. But cow's milk is not recommended because of its high protein and electrolyte contents - this might damage the ...

18th June 2006
Breastfeeding can be an isolating experience. A new mum, breastfeeding for the first time, can feel cut off from family and friends if they are unsupportive or simply do not understand her motives. All too often it is assumed that a breastfeeding mum w...

02nd August 2007
Seeking breastfeeding information can help a mother prepare for the arrival of her infant. Breastfeeding information is easy to obtain. The internet, library, local bookstore and nearest playground can all provide a wealth of breastfeeding information. ...

28th June 2006
Introducing a newborn brother or sister into a family can be an extremely exciting time for everyone involved. But it can also cause feelings of loss for younger children and they can react destructively. Understandably, younger children may feel put out ...

16th November 2006
Some women have mixed emotions after giving birth by caesarean section. On the one hand, they feel positive that they finally have their child, but on the other, the experience can be quite negative, as they feel that they haven't 'been involved' in their...

16th May 2007
Breastfeeding gives your baby the best start in life and is supposed a natural thing for a mother and newborn child to do. But, if you're having a few problems in breastfeeding your child, here are 12 helpful hints to help you and your child to enjoy that...

15th June 2007
Are you one of the increasing numbers of women experiencing unbearable nipple pain because of breastfeeding? Did you know that 83% of new mothers experience varying degrees of nipple pain and trauma as well as other lactation problems? So, don't wor...

25th July 2006
On the Womenshealth.gov website, you will find the common facts that we all hear about the benefits of breastfeeding your baby. Among them are: Breast milk is the most complete form of nutrition for infants. A mother's milk has just the right amount ...

24th April 2007
Practical Benefits of Breastfeeding Your Baby Practical benefits of Breastfeeding the baby is quite numerous that makes breastfeeding acceptable to most mothers. Undeniably, breastfeeding is the best gift a mother can give to her baby as soon as he com...

17th November 2006
So you've decided to stop breastfeeding? But how best to stop? Especially as many children refuse to stop and demand that you continue nursing. There are many techniques, one of which should best suit you and your child. Ask for advice as to how to go ...