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Breastfeeding Positions and Proper Latch-On Skills

admin — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:47:07 +0000

During the early weeks, optimal positioning and a proper latch are especially important. When you and your baby are well positioned and latched correctly, your nipples stay healthy and your baby can feed most efficiently. Eve Moran, this week’s breastfeeding expert, joins us with information, tips and techniques on the proper way to position and hold your baby while breastfeeding and the importance of a proper latch. Plus your chance to win a 100% organic baby carrier from BabyHawk. SHOW NOTES

Notes From a Lactation Consultant

admin — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 03:40:56 +0000

When should you hire a lactation consultant? How to handle those offering well meaning advice. How to tell family that you may not want to have visitors right after giving birth. What’s up with underwire bras? And, another PregTASTIC contest! This week’s guest, Margaret Goebel is the owner of “The Sweetest Milk” Lactation Consulting business.

Dr. Jack Newman, Helping Mothers Achieve Breastfeeding Goals

admin — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 03:50:40 +0000

What are two basic principles to understanding breastfeeding? How do they help new mothers? Leading lactation expert, Dr. Jack Newman discusses why there is more to BF than the breastmilk. Plus, breastfeeding myths, common problems, milk banks and more!

Five Tips for Successful Breastfeeding

admin — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 03:56:06 +0000

Many women plan to breastfeed although when the time comes many struggle with various issues. Learn what you can do before birth that will lead to success with breastfeeding. Veronica Tingzon I.B.C.L.C. a Certified Lactation Consultant is this week’s expert.