As a pediatrician, I thought my medical background and pediatric training meant I would be well prepared to breastfeed my newborn. I knew all about the research on how an infant’s diet can affect both ...

The USPSTF concluded that primary care behavioral counseling interventions to support breastfeeding have a moderate net benefit, with moderate certainty. HealthDay News — The US Preventive Services ...

A new review published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews aimed to determine the impact of 'breastfeeding only' and 'breastfeeding plus' support on the duration and exclusivity of mothers ...

Our bodies are designed for breastfeeding, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Some expert information on why support can make all the difference. By now, we’re all familiar with the statistics that ...

New mothers will now be able to access breastfeeding support 24 hours a day after the government extended a national helpline. The National Breastfeeding Helpline provides free, evidence-based ...

A new baby in the family is something to celebrate, and it can be fun to shop for baby toys and cute little outfits. However, one of the best ways to welcome babies is to be sure they are getting ...

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) still recommends primary care behavioral counseling for breastfeeding, mostly in line with its 2016 guidelines. In the updated recommendation statement ...

Programs and health organizations across the island are working together to support breastfeeding mothers inside and outside of hospitals and clinics. World Breastfeeding Week is held during the first ...

Breastfeeding can be a journey, and having the right support can make all the difference. Christina Padilla joined us to ...

As part of its continued mission to aid new moms, the San Diego County Breastfeeding Coalition has expanded language options for its free breastfeeding support “warmline” and will offer assistance to ...