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is celebrated August 1 to 7, as a time to raise awareness of the benefits of nursing for the health and wellbeing of mother, child and family. This annual event, led by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action, focuses on spreading the word about the impact breastfeeding has on securing a baby's immune system, preventing ear aches, sudden infant death syndrome and malnutrition and curbing the likelihood of many chronic diseases later in life and promoting lifelong health. Breastfeeding also helps parents save money in formula costs and doctor visits. Although it may take time to adjust to breastfeeding and a new schedule, there are consultants, resources and research that promote a natural and healthy way of feeding for able families.
Articles
- Should I Breastfeed?
- Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom
- Ensuring Proper Latch On
- Settling In: The First Few Weeks of Breastfeeding
- The First Month: Feeding and Nutrition
- How to Tell if Baby gets Enough Milk
- Sleep Deprivation and Breastfeeding
- Positioning Your Baby for Breastfeeding
- How Often To Breastfeed
- Things to Avoid When Breastfeeding
- Warning Signs of Breastfeeding Problems
- When Mom Gets Sick
Navigating Through
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Breastfeeding after Cesarean Delivery
- Clogged Milk Ducts
- Common Feeding Problems
- Continuing Breastfeeding Beyond The First Year
- From Breastmilk to Solid Foods
- Information For Vegetarians
- Relactation
- Breastfeeding FAQs: Out and About
- Storing and Preparing Expressed Breast Milk
- PFA: Estar preparada y equipada
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Twins and Other Multiples
- PFA: Cómo guardar la leche materna
Info for Dad
- Dad's Guide to Breastfeeding
- Dad's Role in Breastfeeding
- Facts for Fathers about Breastfeeding
- Fathers Supporting Breastfeeding [PDF | 218.8KB]
Data/Stats
Research
- AIDS Drugs Blocks 99 percent of HIV transmission to breastfed babies
- Maternal or Infant Antiretrovirals Effectively Prevent HIV Transmission
- Racial/Ethnic Differences in Breastfeeding Initiation, Duration by State
Resources
- Breastfeeding Resources Action Kit
- Nueva Guia de Lactancia Materna
- New Mother's Guide to Breastfeeding
- The Business Case for Breastfeeding [PDF | 1.4MB]
- An Easy Guide to Breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding and the Law
Multimedia
- Food Allergies and Baby
- Managing Air Swallowing and Burping (Audio)
- Breastfeeding May Reduce Allergies
- Feeding Patterns in Nursing
- Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding
- When Babies Fall Asleep During Feedings
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