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We believe that “fed is best” when it comes to babies’ feeding options—whether with breast milk or with formula. Many women want to breastfeed, some with more luck doing so than others. Here we share first-person struggles and joys when it comes to feeding and provide some information and tips.
Despite its inherent challenges, I exclusively breastfed three children and am glad I decided to do so
After dealing with many impossible, sleepless nights with my newborn, practicing mindfulness at night helped ground me
I dreaded breastfeeding my daughter but was determined to find a solution—and once I discovered the nipple shield, nursing was all I hoped it would be
Feeding breast milk only from the bottle is an option for some moms. From scheduling your pumps to cleaning your equipment, here's everything you need to know.
Adoptive parents, same-sex couples, or parents who used a surrogate can breastfeed too
Four professionals couldn't identify my daughter's tongue-tie, and I blamed myself for her inability to feed. But once we finally found the problem, we were home free.
May 4, 2021
When my baby struggled to latch, I triple fed for seven weeks, breastfeeding, pumping, and feeding from the bottle every time we fed
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