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Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding

Useful information on breastfeeding and chestfeeding. Includes milk storage and challenges with lactation.

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How History and Racism Reframe the Formula Shortage for Black Families

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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.

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Breastfeeding & Heart Health

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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.

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How Epidurals Can Affect Breastfeeding

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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.

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Safe Sleep for Breastfeeding 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.

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Breastfeeding Video Series

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

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Tools for Breastfeeding / Chestfeeding Success

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

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Breastfeeding as Birth Control

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