You may have a lower chance of getting pregnant while nursing — but it’s still possible
Staying on a pumping schedule, setting up a comfortable pumping space and having the right equipment can help
Hand expression follows a specific rhythmic pattern to trigger a breast milk let-down
Burping, gas drops and extra tummy time are just a few ways to help your wee one rip one
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Guidelines recommend exclusively breastfeeding for baby’s first six months and continuing to provide breast milk for their first two years and beyond.
Slowly introducing cow’s milk (or soy milk) can help your child make the change
Knowing how much time your baby should typically go between naps can help keep them on a more regular schedule
When breastfeeding doesn’t go as planned, you may need to supplement with formula or donor breast milk — and that’s OK
Neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, or NOWS, can develop when a fetus is exposed to opioids, nonmedical drugs or even some prescription drugs during pregnancy
Breastfeeding supplements can be a needless expense at best, and risky at worst
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