Although breast may be best in the eyes of medicine, not all breast milk is created equal. Your breast milk goes through stages, changing frequently to meet the needs of your growing baby. Research has shown that colostrum, the milk produced during pregnancy and shortly after childbirth, is extremely beneficial to your baby, with lasting […]
Written by Kelli Bottolfson-Brown Some moms find themselves pumping their milk and never putting their baby to breast. The reasons for this choice are personal for some moms and practical for others. Breastfeeding can bring out uncomfortable feelings for moms who are survivors of sexual abuse and their solution for meeting their own needs as […]
Question: I’m pumping milk how much should my baby supposed to drink while I’m at work? My baby is 7 weeks old.. And as they get bigger how much should they drink Answer: Hope your adjustment back to work is going smoothly. Unfortunately, there is no black and white answer for exactly how much breast […]
La Leche League International La Leche League groups meet in communities throughout the world. Chances are, there is one near you. Moms and Moms-to-be are always welcome. At an LLL meeting you will find knowledgeable leaders and other breastfeeding moms. LLL meetings are great places to get help with breastfeeding challenges, get your questions answered, […]
We all know that breast milk is the best food for your baby. But maybe you are the kind of person who likes to see the proof. Here are some studies that show just some of the many benefits of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding Raises Intelligence Breast-feeding and cognitive development: a meta-analysis In this study, researcher analyzed […]