As a pediatrician, I thought my medical background and pediatric training meant I would be well prepared to breastfeed my newborn. I knew all about the research on how an infant’s diet can affect both ...

Our bodies are designed for breastfeeding, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Some expert information on why support can make all the difference. By now, we’re all familiar with the statistics that ...

The USPSTF concluded that primary care behavioral counseling interventions to support breastfeeding have a moderate net benefit, with moderate certainty. HealthDay News — The US Preventive Services ...

New mothers will now be able to access breastfeeding support 24 hours a day after the government extended a national helpline. The National Breastfeeding Helpline provides free, evidence-based ...

A new review published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews aimed to determine the impact of 'breastfeeding only' and 'breastfeeding plus' support on the duration and exclusivity of mothers ...

A new baby in the family is something to celebrate, and it can be fun to shop for baby toys and cute little outfits. However, one of the best ways to welcome babies is to be sure they are getting ...

The Georgetown hospital has been recognized for providing a high level of breastfeeding education and support for new mothers while experiencing an increase in infant deliveries.

Fort Polk, La. – Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital hosted the Global Big Latch On, April 16 to promote and provide breastfeeding support to Soldiers and Families at the Joint Readiness Training ...

Programs and health organizations across the island are working together to support breastfeeding mothers inside and outside of hospitals and clinics. World Breastfeeding Week is held during the first ...

As part of its continued mission to aid new moms, the San Diego County Breastfeeding Coalition has expanded language options for its free breastfeeding support “warmline” and will offer assistance to ...