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August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month and August 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Shauna Ann Walker) — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 09:49:00 EDT

As we approach Breastfeeding Awareness Month and World Breastfeeding Week it is important to consider how our nation is doing in increasing the number of breastfeeding women and making our society more breastfeeding friendly. It seems that we still have a long way to go.

Contributor: Shauna Ann Walker
Published: Aug 06, 2007

World Breastfeeding Week 2007 Promotes "Welcome Baby Softly" Aug. 1-7

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Anne Chekal) — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 17:14:00 EDT

World Breastfeeding Week strives to educate women, government and health officials, and the greater community about the health benefits of breastfeeding. This year's theme advocates breastfeeding within an hour of birth.

Contributor: Anne Chekal
Published: Jul 30, 2007

Teething Doesn't Need to End Breastfeeding

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carolyn R Scheidies) — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:07:02 EDT

No matter how well the breastfeeding sessions may be going between mother and baby, when baby begins to teeth, everything changes. But this doesn't have to end the breastfeeding bond.

Contributor: Carolyn R Scheidies
Published: Jan 24, 2010

Top Breastfeeding Myths and Misconceptions

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kelsie Harris) — Fri, 27 May 2011 01:51:27 EDT

Should breastfeeding hurt? Is your milk supply low? Do you need to supplement with formula? Can you breastfeed if you take medication? Does your baby need water? Can pumping tell you how much milk you are producing? Is formula just as good as breast milk?

Contributor: Kelsie Harris
Published: May 27, 2011

Breastfeeding Helps New Moms Lose Weight Faster and Avoid Diabetes

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jaipi Sixbear) — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:36:01 EDT

Lose weight faster by breastfeeding. Breastfeeding your infant may decrease the risk of Type 2 Diabetes. Here are five other health benefits for breastfeeding Moms as well.

Contributor: Jaipi Sixbear
Published: Sep 21, 2010

Breastfeeding is Hard, but Doesn't Have to Be

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kristen Johnson) — Fri, 21 May 2010 11:52:16 EDT

Many new mothers who want to provide the best start for their children are committed to breastfeeding their babies. Nipple shields are a product that can ease the pain of breastfeeding and help nursing mothers provide valuable nutrition for their babies.

Contributor: Kristen Johnson
Published: May 21, 2010

Breastfeeding Diet

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Stephanie Knaak, PhD) — Thu, 13 May 2010 09:51:57 EDT

This article discusses the main dietary recommendations for breastfeeding.

Contributor: Stephanie Knaak, PhD
Published: May 13, 2010

Tips for Breastfeeding in Public Without Causing a Riot

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carolyn R Scheidies) — Fri, 21 May 2010 11:12:01 EDT

Breastfeeding is natural and, while I believe a nursing mother should be discreet in public, she has the right to breastfeed without being harassed.

Contributor: Carolyn R Scheidies
Published: May 21, 2010

Using Home Remedies for Breastfeeding Issues

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Tess Moody) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:12:01 EDT

A new mom breastfeeding may have several breastfeeding issues, like soreness, cracking of the nipples, and engorgement. There are simple ways to solve these common breastfeeding problems.

Contributor: Tess Moody
Published: Jun 03, 2010

5 Breastfeeding Myths Debunked

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Anne Foss) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:12:01 EDT

Every woman should breastfeed if at all possible. Some women hear rumors and old wive's tales that scare them away from the joy of breastfeeding. Here are 5 Breastfeeding Myths along with the facts to discredit them.

Contributor: Anne Foss
Published: Jun 15, 2010

Peer Support is Necessary for Breastfeeding Success

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Esper_D) — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 01:51:02 EDT

Breastfeeding peer support has had positive impacts on breastfeeding rates across countries, including the U.S.

Contributor: Esper_D
Published: Jun 10, 2010

Breastfeeding Could Save Hundreds of Babies' Lives and Billions of Dollars!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Keri Withington) — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:59:00 EDT

Pediatrics journal recently published an article claiming that, each year, the deaths of hundreds of babies could be saves simply by breastfeeding them. It also looks at the financial costs of not breastfeeding.

Contributor: Keri Withington
Published: Apr 19, 2010

Study Shows Breastfeeding Can Save Lives and Money

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sonya Galea) — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:41:51 EDT

Breastfeeding is hard, especially until you get used to it, but a 2010 study shows that the breast milk is not only the best nutrition for a babies up to six months of age, but it can prevent premature infant death and save billions of dollars.

Contributor: Sonya Galea
Published: Apr 19, 2010

Losing Weight During Breastfeeding: Safe or Harmful?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jillita Horton) — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:36:45 EDT

Weight loss during breastfeeding is always a hot topic, and the medical establishment has asserted that women must be careful about losing weight during breastfeeding, but this assertion may seem ambiguous.

Contributor: Jillita Horton
Published: Jan 24, 2010

Burning in Breast, Nipples from Breastfeeding: Causes and Solutions

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jillita Horton) — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:36:23 EDT

A burning sensation in the breast or nipple during breastfeeding is not the same as a sore or "painful" breast, and this burning sensation has specific causes.

Contributor: Jillita Horton
Published: Jan 24, 2010

From Breastfeeding to Formula: Making Your Baby's Transition Easy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jillita Horton) — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:36:49 EDT

When switching from breastfeeding to formula for their babies, women will benefit by following a specific plan by a board certified obstetrician-gynecologist.

Contributor: Jillita Horton
Published: Jan 24, 2010

The Benefits of Breastfeeding

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jamey Cicconetti Hatter) — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 17:35:00 EDT

Breastfeeding is a controversial subject, but the benefits of breastfeeding cannot be ignored. The benefits of breastfeeding include breast milk being designed for babies and not able to be reproduced, convenience, and numerous health benefits.

Contributor: Jamey Cicconetti Hatter
Published: Aug 23, 2006

Breastfeeding Prevents SIDs

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Paula Rocher) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:54:50 EDT

New study shows that breastfeeding your baby exclusively for the first 6 months of life can lower their risk of SIDs.

Contributor: Paula Rocher
Published: Apr 16, 2010

Breastfeeding: How to Ease the Discomfort of Weaning

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Minor) — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:44:51 EDT

Weaning can be a difficult time in the course of breastfeeding. Many mothers find themselves looking for ways to ease the discomfort of waning after breastfeeding.

Contributor: Summer Minor
Published: Feb 05, 2010

Extended Breastfeeding

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Carolyn Bassett) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:42:31 EDT

This is an informative article regarding breastfeeding an infant over 12 months old.

Contributor: Carolyn Bassett
Published: Jun 22, 2010