Pumping can be one of the most challenging aspects of transitioning back to work after maternity leave. Whether you’re returning to the office or working from home due to COVID-19, lack of time, space or simply the equipment to do it can all hinder mom’s ability to transition smoothly to breastfeeding and maintaining a career. […]
Breastfeeding attitudes have changed to ‘breast is best’
We now know “breast is best” for your grandbaby. We have the scientific research to prove that it not only provides the highest nutrition for baby, while protecting him from infection, but also breast milk has many benefits for mom, too. Today, breastfeeding is the norm, rather than the exception. In fact, more than 80% […]
Good news breastfeeding moms. You don’t have to suffer through seasonal allergies
Taking care of your baby is hard enough. Add a runny, stuffy nose, watery and itchy eyes, scratchy throat and constant sneezing from seasonal allergies, and it’s no easy feat. With fall allergy season ramping up, the good news is breastfeeding moms don’t have to suffer through without relief. “Antihistamines, which alleviate allergies, are generally […]
National Breastfeeding Month: A look into the NICU
A click of the call button brings in a nurse as a mom soothes her baby as he begins to whine out of hunger. Instead of cuddling up with her baby to feed, mom watches as the nurse hangs a syringe-full of mother’s pumped breastmilk. The breastmilk, filled with antibodies and other important substances to […]
Studies prove breast milk is life-saving ‘medicine’ for premature infants
You’ve heard it time and time again: All babies need the traditional benefits of breast milk. But for preemies, the benefits are even more important — and in many cases, life saving. Premature babies, born at 37 weeks or earlier, are at a greater risk for having health problems early in life and can face […]
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