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title: Tools for Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding Success
date: 2020-06-17T03:00:00-04:00
author: OBOS Admin
canonical_url: "https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/tools-for-breastfeeding-chestfeeding-success"
section: Resources
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[Health & Sexuality Info](/health-info)# 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.

> The goal of this class is to promote confidence, support and provide evidence-based information to help prepare parents for a successful breastfeeding experience. Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby, how and when breast milk is made, the importance of skin-to-skin contact, attachment and positioning of your baby, and much more.

SOURCE: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital • LAST UPDATED: June 17, 2020

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- [breastfeeding](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/tags/breastfeeding)
- [chestfeeding](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/tags/chestfeeding)

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## 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)

[ResourcesWatch

## Breastfeeding Video Series

A collection of short videos about breastfeeding (or chestfeeding), filmed around the world with a diverse group of new parents.

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A collection of short videos about breastfeeding (or chestfeeding), filmed around the world with a diverse group of new parents.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/breastfeeding-video-series)

[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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## How History and Racism Reframe the Formula Shortage for Black Families

Formula shortages disproportionately affect Black birthing people because of a long history in which they have been both prohibited and discouraged from breastfeeding.

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Formula shortages disproportionately affect Black birthing people because of a long history in which they have been both prohibited and discouraged from breastfeeding.](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/health-info/formula-shortage-for-black-families)