Breastfeeding is a beautiful, natural process that nurtures and bonds a mother to her baby. However, it can sometimes be challenging for new mothers. Preparing to breastfeed your baby is crucial for a ...

Newborns need to breastfeed every 2-3 hours for about 10-15 minutes per side. As babies grow, breastfeeding times typically shorten, often requiring only 5-10 minutes per breast by 3-4 months. Always ...

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 ...

A 2-month-old baby should consume two to four ounces per feeding. While there are many benefits of breastfeeding, the act can be difficult. Some newborns experience latch issues. Supply can be a ...

If you're a new breastfeeding parent, feeding your little love is likely top of mind. But aside from milk production, itchy nipples, and sore breasts, getting a good latch is so important for your ...

We know how beneficial baby-wearing is for both you and baby. All that skin-to-skin bonding time is excellent for boosting our oxytocin and encouraging long-lasting breastfeeding, which is why many ...

Breastfeeding doesn’t always come easily to a new parent, human or otherwise. Fortunately, support can sometimes arrive from some unexpected places. And when employees at the Metro Richmond Zoo in ...

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We’ve all heard or used the expression that parenting “doesn’t come with a manual” when discussing the difficulties of parenthood.When humans have questions about raising a child, they typically turn ...