Ahhh…the ‘controversial’ topic of co-sleeping and bed-sharing. I’m assuming that if you are reading this page, you are either wanting to learn more about the topic or you are a supporter of it. If you are neither, I hope you stickaround to learn some of the basics! :) I’ve included some links throughout, so feel free to click to learn …
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I remember how overwhelming breastfeeding felt after my first baby was born. We had some difficulties starting out, but even after we sorted those out there were some things involved in the breastfeeding relationship that I just hadn’t anticipated. One of those issues was leaking breasts. My third baby was born a little over a month ago and I …
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Mothers unable to receive vital breastfeeding information, support from doctors, lactation consultants and educators. I am well acquainted with Facebook’s misogynistic views on breastfeeding and the female breast. I have been banned from the popular social media site numerous times over breastfeeding pictures, links, and even pictures of things in nature that kind of look like a breast or nipple! …
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The AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) recommends that for optimal nutrition, babies be exclusively breastfed for at least the first six months. This means no supplemental water, formula, or solid foods. Always check with the baby’s mother before offering ANY food other than her breast milk. Here’s some information that caregivers need to know in order to support nursing …
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Breastfeeding Basics