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Truth Behind Cluster Feeding And Newborn Babies

I have been teaching prenatal breastfeeding classes for many years.  One of the first things we discuss is the benefits of breastfeeding.  Parents often have very specific reasons for wanting to breast/chest feed.  Whether it’s health benefits for the baby, health benefits for the parent, or any of the other amazing reasons, we agree breastmilk…

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When To Pump And Introduce Bottles To Your Breastfed Baby

The value and benefit of breast/chestfeeding for both baby and parent are undeniable.  There are countless studies out there to substantiate why breastfeeding is advantageous.  We know breastfeeding provides a multitude of health benefits for both parent and baby.  There are also various environmental, psychological, physiological, and financial benefits that are attached to breastfeeding.  Regardless,…

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Why Feeding On Demand Is Important For Breastfeeding

Feeding on demand.  It sounds complicated and very involved.  Just what does it mean when lactation consultants (and others) recommend feeding on demand?  Well, there are several reasons why this is important.  Let’s take a closer look at what feeding on demand looks like. Feeding on demand is basically what it sounds like.  Is your…