Tag: breastfeeding
group name: tellsyoufirst
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July 12, 2007 12:34 PM EDT --
There are so many sweet moments and memories for me that we are making while I'm breastfeeding (my little is 3 1/2 months old). One of my favorites is when she falls asleep like it's her . . .
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May 22, 2007 12:42 PM EDT --
As a pediatrician, I am a big fan of breastfeeding. There is overwhelming data to show that not only is it great for the health of babies, it’s great for the health of moms -- and that’s on . . .
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September 06, 2007 01:49 PM EDT --
It starts with a pain, almost like a bruise on one or both breasts. As the milk slowly fills the ducts, the pain gets worse, almost unbearable to touch. I dread nursing, because it hurts to cup my breast . . .
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May 16, 2007 07:09 AM EDT --
In an age when often our first experience of breastfeeding is our own child at the breast, something that's 'natural' isn't always easy. In the western world we frequently grow up . . .
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January 24, 2008 07:50 PM EST --
I am a new mommy. My daughter Hayden was born 2 weeks and 1 day ago. I decided to breastfeed her only a few weeks before she was born. Originally I was going to formula feed, but then decided to go with . . .
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May 22, 2007 12:18 PM EDT --
One of the first and most important decisions that new mothers make is whether to breast-feed or bottle-feed their babies. In fact, you should make this decision before giving birth, because the first . . .
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May 22, 2007 12:20 PM EDT --
Your body’s ability to produce and provide milk to your baby is controlled by hormones in your body, primarily one called prolactin. Levels of this hormone rise after delivery, enabling you to feed . . .
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May 22, 2007 12:27 PM EDT --
There is much controversy as to whether the foods a woman eats while nursing can cause allergies, asthma, or intestinal discomfort in her baby. The idea that foods you eat may cause sensitivities or fussiness . . .
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December 10, 2007 04:33 PM EST --
Most of the time, breastfeeding goes smoothly once baby and mother get used to positioning, latching on, and figuring out feeding intervals. But occasionally, the mother’s breasts become troublesome. . . .
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January 03, 2008 04:29 PM EST --
I'm starting with this question, not to try to strong arm anyone, butto provide information and encouragement. I don't know about othermoms, but when I was going through some rough times early . . .
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May 22, 2007 12:24 PM EDT --
Even though breast-feeding is a natural process for your body, it may not feel natural or come to you easily. Nursing may cause slight pain and discomfort at first, but once you get used to the sensation, . . .
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October 17, 2007 01:03 PM EDT --
You get pregnant. Nine(ten) months later you have a beautiful baby. You prepare for the ocassion by taking classes, reading books, watching shows, DVDs, videos, etc. But nothing, and I . . .
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April 28, 2008 10:11 AM EDT --
Most new moms and pregnant women are aware of the benefits of breast feeding: studies have shown that breastfeeding helps protect babies from infections (for example, ear infections, lung infections, . . .
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