#breastfeeding
#breastfeeding

I'm Super Excited to Be a Mother-Except for One Major Part

Breastfeeding can be an emotional challenge for expectant mothers, even when they are committed to it.

2 days ago

Parenting

I Nursed My Child for Four Years and 17 Days. Believe Me, I've Heard Your Opinion.

Cultural perceptions of prolonged breastfeeding can lead to feelings of judgment and isolation for nursing parents.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Design

'I spend 30 a week on baby milk'

The rising cost of baby formula makes parents feel punished for not breastfeeding.

11 months ago

Design

Yes, trans women can breastfeed too. Here's why it's good for both mum and baby

Trans women can breastfeed, and it is healthy and safe for both mother and baby.

fromPhys

Miscellaneous

Social media groups can offer support to new parents. Here's how to tell if there's marketing involved

Social media can offer vital peer support for new parents, but commercial influences may mislead them.

Parenting

fromScary Mommy

What Is Chestfeeding?

Chestfeeding is a term used to affirm the identities of transgender and nonbinary parents feeding their babies from their chests.

Writing

I'm Super Excited to Be a Mother-Except for One Major Part

Breastfeeding can be an emotional challenge for expectant mothers, even when they are committed to it.

2 days ago

Parenting

I Nursed My Child for Four Years and 17 Days. Believe Me, I've Heard Your Opinion.

Cultural perceptions of prolonged breastfeeding can lead to feelings of judgment and isolation for nursing parents.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Design

'I spend 30 a week on baby milk'

The rising cost of baby formula makes parents feel punished for not breastfeeding.

11 months ago

Design

Yes, trans women can breastfeed too. Here's why it's good for both mum and baby

Trans women can breastfeed, and it is healthy and safe for both mother and baby.

fromPhys

Miscellaneous

Social media groups can offer support to new parents. Here's how to tell if there's marketing involved

Social media can offer vital peer support for new parents, but commercial influences may mislead them.

more#parenting

#motherhood

4 days ago

Parenting

Like many mothers, I struggled with breastfeeding. Now we know we're not failures' | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

Difficulties with breastfeeding are linked to negative mental health outcomes for mothers, a finding reinforced by recent research.

Miscellaneous

For women's college basketball coaches, motherhood is no longer something to keep quiet

Adia Barnes' halftime moment symbolizes the struggle of balancing professional commitments with motherhood.

Barnes became a public figure for working mothers after her halftime pumping experience drew national attention.

fromBuzzFeed

Music

"He's Sucking The Life Out Of Me" - Black Celebrity Moms Get Brutally Honest About Breastfeeding

Highlighting breastfeeding experiences of Black women can help counter negative stereotypes.

Digital life

Like a cheese grater raking across my nipple': why I kept trying to breastfeed for so long

The intense emotional and physical challenges of early motherhood can be overwhelming and filled with unexpected fears and pain.

Parenting

4 days ago

Like many mothers, I struggled with breastfeeding. Now we know we're not failures' | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

Difficulties with breastfeeding are linked to negative mental health outcomes for mothers, a finding reinforced by recent research.

Miscellaneous

For women's college basketball coaches, motherhood is no longer something to keep quiet

Adia Barnes' halftime moment symbolizes the struggle of balancing professional commitments with motherhood.

Barnes became a public figure for working mothers after her halftime pumping experience drew national attention.

fromBuzzFeed

Music

"He's Sucking The Life Out Of Me" - Black Celebrity Moms Get Brutally Honest About Breastfeeding

Highlighting breastfeeding experiences of Black women can help counter negative stereotypes.

Digital life

Like a cheese grater raking across my nipple': why I kept trying to breastfeed for so long

The intense emotional and physical challenges of early motherhood can be overwhelming and filled with unexpected fears and pain.

Digital life

Breastfeeding Can Be Beautiful, And It Can Also Be Painful - Here Are 13 Brutally Honest Stories About What It Was Like For These Women

Black Breastfeeding Week emphasizes the personal nature of breastfeeding decisions, inviting honest reflections from Black women about their experiences.

fromDaily Mom magazine

Digital life

Breastfeeding While On Your Period 101: Boosting Milk Supply

The return of menstruation may initially affect breastfeeding, influencing milk supply and requiring adjustment for both mother and baby.

fromBaby Domain

Design

Surviving A Year Of Pumping | Baby Domain

Breastfeeding can be challenging, but with determination and routine, you can successfully pump milk for an extended period.

fromBuzzFeed

Digital life

Breastfeeding Can Be Beautiful, And It Can Also Be Painful - Here Are 13 Brutally Honest Stories About What It Was Like For These Women

Black Breastfeeding Week emphasizes the personal nature of breastfeeding decisions, inviting honest reflections from Black women about their experiences.

fromDaily Mom magazine

Digital life

Breastfeeding While On Your Period 101: Boosting Milk Supply

The return of menstruation may initially affect breastfeeding, influencing milk supply and requiring adjustment for both mother and baby.

fromBaby Domain

Design

Surviving A Year Of Pumping | Baby Domain

Breastfeeding can be challenging, but with determination and routine, you can successfully pump milk for an extended period.

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fromScary Mommy

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Can You Take Plan B While Breastfeeding? An OB-GYN Weighs In

Plan B, an emergency contraception, is safe for breastfeeding mothers and does not affect breastfeeding or infant health.

Digital life

3 months ago

Opinion | How Optimal Breastfeeding Can Save Babies' Lives

Breastfeeding could save over 800,000 children's lives annually by preventing health issues and diseases while boosting cognitive development.

fromDaily Mom magazine

Digital life

Do You Struggle With Breastfeeding? 10 Solutions To Help You

Breastfeeding is a natural yet challenging experience that many mothers share, requiring knowledge and support to overcome difficulties.

Digital life

Baby sling danger warning after child's death

A coroner warned about the dangers of baby slings after a tragic case involving suffocation during hands-free breastfeeding.

Health

People seek NHS advice on drinking and breastfeeding at Christmas

The NHS website saw significant increases in visits for alcohol-related breastfeeding questions during Christmas 2023, indicating parental concern around holiday drinking.

#parenting-challenges

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Why do I feel a wave of sadness before breastfeeding?

D-MER is a condition that causes brief feelings of sadness during breastfeeding, distinguishing it from postpartum depression.

fromNature

Miscellaneous

Grass-roots pressure grows to boost support for breastfeeding scientists

Supporting breastfeeding mothers in academia is crucial for gender equity, yet many institutions still lack robust policies.

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Why do I feel a wave of sadness before breastfeeding?

D-MER is a condition that causes brief feelings of sadness during breastfeeding, distinguishing it from postpartum depression.

fromNature

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Miscellaneous

Grass-roots pressure grows to boost support for breastfeeding scientists

Supporting breastfeeding mothers in academia is crucial for gender equity, yet many institutions still lack robust policies.

fromIrish Independent

OMG science

'It is encouraging progress' - rise in number of babies still being breastfed at three months as supports promoted

Breastfeeding rates in Ireland are rising, highlighting improvements in support for nursing mothers. More than 60% breastfeed at birth, and 42% continue at three months.

#workplace-support

fromFortune

European startups

Startup promises to save working moms 23 days a year in office breast-pumping time

Breastfeeding poses challenges for working mothers due to time-consuming pumping sessions and lack of support in the workplace.

fromwww.sun-sentinel.com

European startups

A breast pump startup wants to give working mothers more of their day back

MilkMate simplifies breastfeeding for working mothers, enhancing productivity and encouraging healthier workplace support.

fromFortune

European startups

Startup promises to save working moms 23 days a year in office breast-pumping time

Breastfeeding poses challenges for working mothers due to time-consuming pumping sessions and lack of support in the workplace.

fromwww.sun-sentinel.com

European startups

A breast pump startup wants to give working mothers more of their day back

MilkMate simplifies breastfeeding for working mothers, enhancing productivity and encouraging healthier workplace support.

more#workplace-support

#infant-health

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

OMG science

Baby poo study reveals mysteries of newborn guts

Baby gut microbiomes exhibit three distinct profiles, influencing nutrient absorption and infection risk.

B. breve may enhance nutrient utilization in breastfed infants, while E. faecalis may pose health risks.

Microbiome composition is influenced by various factors, but breastfeeding does not directly impact it.

Alternative medicine

How To Prevent Oral Thrush in Your Newborn

Oral thrush in newborns can be prevented through proper breastfeeding practices, hygiene, and early symptom detection.

OMG science

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

Baby poo study reveals mysteries of newborn guts

Baby gut microbiomes exhibit three distinct profiles, influencing nutrient absorption and infection risk.

B. breve may enhance nutrient utilization in breastfed infants, while E. faecalis may pose health risks.

Microbiome composition is influenced by various factors, but breastfeeding does not directly impact it.

Alternative medicine

How To Prevent Oral Thrush in Your Newborn

Oral thrush in newborns can be prevented through proper breastfeeding practices, hygiene, and early symptom detection.

more#infant-health