Pregnancy - Lactation
Breast Milk Shortage
The demand for donated breast milk is skyrocketing after the surgeon general issued a call to action to support breast feeding and improve access to donor milk.
The demand for donated breast milk is skyrocketing after the surgeon general issued a call to action to support breast feeding and improve access to donor milk.
The Centers for Disease Control has issued a report that suggests a majority of U.S. hospitals do not "fully" support breastfeeding efforts by new mothers.
Diana Gonzalez reports on breastfeeding, bed sharing, and other health headlines.
Moms Gather for World Breastfeeding Day
Dozens of moms joined together to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week.
Many breast augmentation patients worry that breastfeeding will negatively impact the appearence of their breasts.
Breastfeeding Could Enhance Children's Lung Function
Breastfed children have better lung function, especially those with asthmatic mothers.
Breastfeeding Reaffirmed by AAP
The American Academy of Pediatrics reaffirms its recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for about the first six months of a baby's life, followed by breastfeeding in combination with the introduction of complementary foods until at least 12 months.
Alternative to the Breast Pump
Manual breast milk expression might be a good alternative to a breast pump.
Breastfeeding Can Prevent Asthma
A new study adds to the growing body of evidence that breastfeeding can be beneficial to an infant's respiratory system.
Breastfeeding Does Not Prevent Eczema
Breastfeeding does nt appear to protect babies from eczema.
