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Mothers were often told to pump and dump breast milk or drink in moderation. Now there is a test available to identify if your breast milk is safe for your baby. more...
What You Need to Know About Formula Advertising
Manufacturing infant formula is a massive industry. Marketing strategies may involve stretching the truth about benefits of infant formula compared to breast milk. more...
Guidelines for Breast Milk Storage
Working mothers need safe options to freeze and refrigerate breast milk . The most convenient system for frozen breast milk is to use freezer milk trays. more...
Cost Comparison of Breastfeeding and Formula
New parents are always looking for ways to cut costs to help reduce their family's budget. Breastfeeding your baby can save thousands of dollars annually for each child. more...
Grieving a Sibling's Death into Adulthood
What we know about grief is that it can be a life-long process. Adults who have lost siblings right around the time of birth may need psychological support. more...
New Dangers Discovered In Infant Formula
A recent report on infant formula has revealed that 15 brands of powdered formula contained unsafe amounts of perchlorate, an ingredient in rocket fuel. more...
The vast majority of women choose to breastfeed, however a small number may simply be unable to do so. What are reasons why breastfeeding may not be successful? more...
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Preventing & Treating Pregnancy Stretch Marks
By: Stephanie Haddad
An unavoidable downside of pregnancy, stretch marks don't have to leave permanent damage. The quantity and severity of stretch marks can be reduced using these tips. more...
Postnatal care in Asian cultures focuses on ensuring the mother enjoys full recovery. more...
Tips for Losing Pregnancy Weight
By: Sarabeth Asaff
New mothers trying to lose weight after pregnancy may sometimes feel they are fighting an uphill battle. Despite this, losing pregnancy weight is an achievable goal. more...
Understanding Postpartum Hair Loss
By: Sarabeth Asaff
Many new mothers may be surprised to find that after having a baby, their hair begins to fall out. This is normal, and understanding why it happens can be reassuring. more...
Warning Signs of Postpartum Depression
Experiencing "baby blues" is common after pregnancy. It's important to distinguish this from postpartum depression, which is much more serious. more...
The Baby Blues and Postnatal Depression
The life-changing event of becoming a mother poses many challenges. Many women experience depressive feelings and wonder if it is the baby blues or postnatal depression. more...
Purpose of Newborn Screening Programs
Many public health departments promote newborn screening through a routine blood and hearing test performed at the hospital after birth to detect rare conditions. more...
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