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Nursing

So long, suckers

What to do when it's time to wean.

Whether you’ve loved every minute of it, slowly come to enjoy it, or simply powered through it, at some point breastfeeding will come to an end. Knowing when and how to begin the weaning process is not necessarily intuitive, but … Continue reading →

Breastfeeding for Rookies

Nursing your baby is a beautiful, amazing experience—but it doesn’t always start that way. Stack the deck in your favor with a rundown on the ins and outs of breastfeeding.

After months of pregnancy and hours of labor, you finally did it. You gave birth to a baby—and a hungry one at that. Luckily, you’re equipped with everything you need to feed your new little bundle of joy, with the … Continue reading →

Nursing 911

Seven bothersome breastfeeding ailments and how to deal with them.

Welcome to the world of nursing! If this is your first baby, you probably feel like you’re in uncharted territory, and for good reason. Breastfeeding may be “the most natural thing in the world” according to many a well-intentioned veteran … Continue reading →

A breastfeeding survival story

Don’t let late night feedings, aching bosoms and trouble latching turn you to the bottle. Here’s how to keep going even when the going gets tough.

My sister-in-law, who nursed all six of her children, never told anyone to give up on breastfeeding … until I came along. Even with all her coaching and encouragement, I was so emotional and stressed that she said, “You know, … Continue reading →

Breastfeeding: The first 72 hours

When the early days of nursing seem tough, remember that you’re building up to a beautiful thing.

Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it comes naturally. Many breastfeeding moms will tell you that the first days are the hardest: You and your baby are both learning, and your body is adapting to its new demands. Establishing … Continue reading →

What you need to know about breastfeeding

If nursing a baby might be in your future, you’ll have a better shot at mastering it if you know what you’re in for. We rounded up answers and information to make your breastfeeding life a little easier.

The most common question that follows the ever-popular, “When are you due?” and “Do you know what you’re having?” is a prompt to begin a debate: “Are you going to breastfeed?” The dispute over breast vs. bottle has caused more … Continue reading →

Top breastfeeding FAQs: Answered

Answers to some of the most common breastfeeding questions.

Does breastfeeding hurt? While it can be uncomfortable at first (mainly due to sore nipples and engorgement), nursing should not be painful. If you have been breastfeeding for several weeks and are still experiencing pain, your baby is probably not … Continue reading →