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BREASTFEEDING
Description
Breastfeeding is the practice of a woman to feed her infant or young child milk expressed from her breasts. Most women have their infant suckle on their breast to obtain the nourishment, but others use mechanical pumps to extract the milk due to physiological, emotional or practical reasons.
Statistical studies
show the following:
As of 2003, nationwide: 71% infants were breastfed at birth, while only 41% were breastfed exclusively at 3 months and only 14% continued breastfeeding up to 6 months of age.
Breastfeeding is becoming more common among U.S. moms at present but there is a difference related to age and race. Teen age moms, black or African American moms and unmarried moms have a lower percentage of breast-feeders.
Symptoms
Studies show that breastfeeding benefits the
infant in the following ways:
Higher IQ
Visual acuity is higher.
Lower incidence of ear infections.
Lower incidence of upper respiratory infections
including asthma
Decreased gastrointestinal infections and lower
risk of food allergies. Some studies suggest
that breastfeeding may lower the risk of
Crohns and ulcerative colitis in adulthood.
Reduced number of infections.
Lower incidence of allergic eczema
Reduced incidence of obesity in adulthood
Lower incidence of Diabetes
Research also showed the benefits to the mother
who breastfeeds, lowering the risk of the
following:
Type Two Diabetes
Ovarian Cancer
Breast Cancer
Questions to ask the
expert
How long have you counseled women on breastfeeding
What is your success
rate
Certificates and
Licenses
References
General Tips
Try to place baby at the breast as soon as
possible after birth.
Make sure your baby's mouth covers your
entire nipple and much of the darker part
around the nipple
It is recommended to breastfeed the infant
8-12 times in 24 hours babies should be
breastfed on demand
Both breasts should be offered to the baby
at each feeding
Check babys diapers urine should be pale,
at least 6 wet diapers per day and bowel
movements should be soft and yellowish.
If breastfeeding is sufficient baby will
start gaining weight by 2-3 weeks and
continue to do so.
Drink plenty of liquids and make sure to
drink every time you breastfeed
Avoid alcohol and caffeine
Eat a balanced diet
List of Products &
Services
New Mother Natural Nursing Pads, Natracare,
25 Pads
New Mother Natural Nursing Pads have a cool and comfortable design to protect your clothes. Made from totally chlorine-free, natural and sustainable materials.
Healthy Mom Fish Oil Pregnancy Supplement,
High Potency Omega 3, EPA DHA Nutrition
During Pregnancy & Lactation, Lemon Flavored
90 Softgels
Healthy Mom Fish Oil Pregnancy Supplement is a pure and pristine source of molecularly distilled, pharmaceutical grade fish oil
Nursing Milk ( Increase ) Tincture, 100%
Organic - 2 fl. oz.
The Nursing Milk (Increase) Formula is for nursing mothers who wish to use herbs to increase their breast milk.
Neuromins DHA ( Docosahexaenoic Acid ),
Nature's Way 100mg - 60 Softgels
Neuromins brand high quality DHA is sourced from microalgae and fortified with Vitamin C and E. It is the same DHA approved for and required in many infant formulas worldwide and for mothers during pregnancy and lactation.
Philips Avent ISIS Breast Ump with Two
Bottles
Playtex Manual Breast Pump, Deluxe Kit
Gerber Premium Contoured Nursing Pads, Heavy Flow
BOOKS &
Publications
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