Breastfeeding

Learn more about breastfeeding benefits, including the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients found in breast milk and how they help infants and babies grow healthy and strong.

This article addresses common concerns that arise during the first weeks of breastfeeding.

This article describes how a breastfeeding routine should normally develop in the first few weeks.

This article discusses the effect of having a baby and breastfeeding has on a couple's intimacy and sex life.

This article discusses how the father can contribute to the breastfeeding process.

This article addresses the tricky problem of breastfeeding in public.

This article debunks some prevailing myths about early breastfeeding.

This articles discusses when and how to get outside help for early breastfeeding problems.

Learn how to make the first weeks of breastfeeding at home successful.

This article discusses breastfeeding issues that may arise during the crucial period immediately after hospital discharge.

From refusal to take the breast, cracked nipples, and clogged milk ducts, we give solutions to the most common breastfeeding problems new moms face.

This article describes the circumstances when it may be necessary to supplement your baby's breastfeeding diet with formula.

Learn how to identify "baby-friendly" hospitals -- ones that promote and encourage breastfeeding.

This article provides answers for some of the most common breastfeeding questions.

Learn how to assist your baby to nurse correctly.

Learn the basics of positioning and holding your baby during breastfeeding.

This article describes what to expect from your first breastfeeding experience in the hospital.

This article cites some of the obstacles to breastfeeding that new mothers face.