Benefits for Mother… Decreases the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Decreases the chance of Type 2 Diabetes. Helps with involution of the uterus/decreasing the chances of maternal hemorrhage. Those who do not breastfeed are at a greater risk of postpartum depression. Assists with postpartum weight loss. Decrease in expenses at home. Benefits for …
Engorgement is swelling of the breasts that can block the milk flow. Inadequate or infrequent milk removal can cause this to occur. The breast will appear tight and shiny….and can be pretty uncomfortable! It may also appear warm/hot and sometimes painful. With some severe causes milk production may stop. Most moms feel relief right after …
What is Baby-Friendly? And why is that important when you are choosing a hospital to deliver at? Baby-Friendly is a global initiative started by the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children’s Fund in the early 90’s. Here in the United States we have our own specific goals for Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiatives. In 2007, …
I have such a love for Breastfeeding! It is definitely hard work….but totally worth it! 🙂 I am currently at 12 months of Breastfeeding my sweet Hugo! In fact, that “Tree of Life” Photo is my sweet boy that I edited!! Anyways…here are my Top 10 Reasons to Breastfeed! 1 Breastfeeding promotes the process of …