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Formula Supplements Put Mothers at Risk
We know that anything less than exclusive breastfeeding increases health risks for babies. But what about mothers? I often talk to breastfeeding mothers who decide to supplement their babies with...
Formula Supplements Put Mothers at Risk
We know that anything less than exclusive breastfeeding increases health risks for babies. But what about mothers? I often talk to breastfeeding mothers who decide to supplement their babies with...
What's In the Bottle?
Scientists found that babies who are not breastfed have a 30% to 40% increased risk of childhood obesity.1 Milk intake and weight gain vary greatly among formula-fed and breastfed babies. ...
What's In the Bottle?
Scientists found that babies who are not breastfed have a 30% to 40% increased risk of childhood obesity.1 Milk intake and weight gain vary greatly among formula-fed and breastfed babies. ...
Biological Nurturing® and Late Preterm Babies
Many posts on this blog is devoted to the concept of “laid-back breastfeeding,” but its main proponent, UK midwife and researcher Dr. Suzanne Colson, actually refers to her brainchild as...
Biological Nurturing® and Late Preterm Babies
Many posts on this blog is devoted to the concept of “laid-back breastfeeding,” but its main proponent, UK midwife and researcher Dr. Suzanne Colson, actually refers to her brainchild as...
We Are Breastfeeding
I had the privilege of meeting April Foster, the author of this post, when I spoke in Napa, California on January 20. After my talk, “Transitioning to the Breast,” April...
We Are Breastfeeding
I had the privilege of meeting April Foster, the author of this post, when I spoke in Napa, California on January 20. After my talk, “Transitioning to the Breast,” April...
Marissa's Story: Empowerment in Action
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” --Margaret Mead How does change happen? Sometimes...
Marissa's Story: Empowerment in Action
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” --Margaret Mead How does change happen? Sometimes...
Should Solid Foods Be Started Earlier Than 6 Mo...
Many breastfeeding advocates were startled by the worldwide press given to an article that appeared last week in the British Medical Journal. Its authors suggested that the evidence for exclusive breastfeeding for the...
Should Solid Foods Be Started Earlier Than 6 Mo...
Many breastfeeding advocates were startled by the worldwide press given to an article that appeared last week in the British Medical Journal. Its authors suggested that the evidence for exclusive breastfeeding for the...
Where Do Milk Banks Fit In?
During my early years in breastfeeding, I found the idea of milk banks intriguing but less than exciting. To me, the rubber gloves, the lab equipment, and the rest of...
Where Do Milk Banks Fit In?
During my early years in breastfeeding, I found the idea of milk banks intriguing but less than exciting. To me, the rubber gloves, the lab equipment, and the rest of...
Responses to 'Rethinking Swaddling'
My December 3 post, “Rethinking Swaddling,” attracted more than 7,000 hits—a new record—and triggered many strong reactions. For some, this post met a need; for others, it struck a nerve. ...
Responses to 'Rethinking Swaddling'
My December 3 post, “Rethinking Swaddling,” attracted more than 7,000 hits—a new record—and triggered many strong reactions. For some, this post met a need; for others, it struck a nerve. ...
Should All Breastfed Babies Have Above Average ...
Just like in the fictional Minnesota town of Lake Wobegon, where “all the children are above average,” many parents believe there is something wrong if their breastfeeding baby’s weight isn’t...
Should All Breastfed Babies Have Above Average ...
Just like in the fictional Minnesota town of Lake Wobegon, where “all the children are above average,” many parents believe there is something wrong if their breastfeeding baby’s weight isn’t...
Should Milk Sharing Among Mothers Be Encouraged?
My guest poster today is Karleen Gribble, PhD, Adjunct Research Fellow in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Western Sydney in Australia. She also serves as...
Should Milk Sharing Among Mothers Be Encouraged?
My guest poster today is Karleen Gribble, PhD, Adjunct Research Fellow in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Western Sydney in Australia. She also serves as...
Rethinking Swaddling
There’s no doubt that babies seem calmer and sleep more when swaddled. But is this a positive or a negative? The research provides some surprising answers, starting with the first...
Rethinking Swaddling
There’s no doubt that babies seem calmer and sleep more when swaddled. But is this a positive or a negative? The research provides some surprising answers, starting with the first...
Is Infant Feeding Really a Choice?
Many of us talk about breast or bottle as a choice. I used to think that way, too. But I’m beginning to see it differently. On November 1, I had...
Is Infant Feeding Really a Choice?
Many of us talk about breast or bottle as a choice. I used to think that way, too. But I’m beginning to see it differently. On November 1, I had...