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title: Breastfeeding Video Series
date: 2021-10-14T03:00:00-04:00
author: OBOS Admin
canonical_url: "https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/breastfeeding-video-series"
section: Resources
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[Health & Sexuality Info](/health-info)# Breastfeeding Video Series

A collection of short videos about breastfeeding (or chestfeeding), filmed around the world with a diverse group of new parents. The content is based on current best practices and includes clear instructions around positioning, expressing milk, storing extra milk, and how to manage frustrations and difficulties that may arise.

[View the collection of videos ](https://globalhealthmedia.org/video/?_topic=breastfeeding&_language=english)

SOURCE: Global Health Media

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![](/assets/img/monogram.webp)Topics

- [ pregnancy & birth](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/subject-area/pregnancy-birth)
- [ breastfeeding / chestfeeding](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/themes/breastfeeding-chestfeeding)
- [breastfeeding](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/tags/breastfeeding)
- [international](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/tags/international)

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[ResourcesRead

## Breastfeeding as Birth Control

Information about lactational amenorrhea, a form of contraception that aims to prevent ovulation through breastfeeding.

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Information about lactational amenorrhea, a form of contraception that aims to prevent ovulation through breastfeeding.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/breastfeeding-as-birth-control)

[Stories & ConversationsWatch

## Realizing That Breastfeeding Takes Longer Than You Think

MS discusses challenges and fears around breastfeeding.

![MS](data:image/png;base64,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)

MS discusses challenges and fears around breastfeeding.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/stories-conversations/my-story-realizing-that-breastfeeding-takes-longer-than-you-think)

[ResourcesRead

## How to Care for Your Baby at Night

A guide for parents and caregivers from the United Nations Children’s Fund’s (UNICEF) baby-friendly initiative.

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A guide for parents and caregivers from the United Nations Children’s Fund’s (UNICEF) baby-friendly initiative.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/how-to-care-for-your-baby-at-night)

[ResourcesRead

## COVID-19, Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Breastfeeding

This FAQ answers many concerns a pregnant person may have about COVID-19 and their pregnancy.

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This FAQ answers many concerns a pregnant person may have about COVID-19 and their pregnancy.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/obgyn-covid-19-guidance-for-pregnant-women)

[ResourcesRead

## Safe Sleep for Breastfeeding Babies

La Leche League International’s Seven Tips for Safe Sleep is a thorough resource for parents and caregivers who are thinking about sharing a bed with their babies.

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La Leche League International’s Seven Tips for Safe Sleep is a thorough resource for parents and caregivers who are thinking about sharing a bed with their babies.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/safe-sleep-for-breastfeeding-babies)

[ResourcesListen

## How Epidurals Can Affect Breastfeeding

Adriana Lozada, host of the Birthful Podcast, talks with Dianne Cassidy, a lactation consultant, about how epidurals can impact the feeding relationship.

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Adriana Lozada, host of the Birthful Podcast, talks with Dianne Cassidy, a lactation consultant, about how epidurals can impact the feeding relationship.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/the-connection-between-epidurals-and-breastfeeding)

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## Tools for Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding Success

In this video, experienced lactation consultants provide clear, practical advice on how to have a successful breastfeeding (or chestfeeding) experience.

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In this video, experienced lactation consultants provide clear, practical advice on how to have a successful breastfeeding (or chestfeeding) experience.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/tools-for-breastfeeding-chestfeeding-success)

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## Breastfeeding & Heart Health

Can breastfeeding reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease? The American Heart Association describes the many ways that breastfeeding benefits both babies and birthing parents.

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Can breastfeeding reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease? The American Heart Association describes the many ways that breastfeeding benefits both babies and birthing parents.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/breastfeeding-heart-health)