When I delivered my first child by C-section, I was determined to breastfeed even though I had been told that it would be difficult. While I was still in recovery from the c-section, my daughter and I made our first foray into the painful world of breastfeeding. Unfortunately, I found it excruciatingly painful. And, because ...
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that all mothers breastfeed their babies instead of feeding them formula. Partially because of this, and partially because of the increase in health-conscious mothers, an increasing number of women are choosing to breastfeed. Breastfeeding is acknowledged to be much healthier for the babies. However, even if a pregnant woman ...
Many pregnant women plan to breastfeed their babies. Parenting books and magazines are full of information about how breastfeeding is best for your child. There are substantial health benefits to both mother and child and breastfeeding fosters a close bond. Breastfeeding families don’t have to pay for formula nor do they have to worry about ...
When my twins were born a month early, they were a bit premature to properly latch on when I attempted to breastfeed them. During my hospital stay, we tried syringe feeding, one at a time, multiple positions, but my babies could not pick up on the concept. When almost all hope was gone, my lactation ...
