Benefits of Breastfeeding

The Birthing Ball is to birth as mother’s milk is to a baby. It’s efficient, incredible and soothing. It’s one of those things that get you thinking ”whoever designed this ball must be rich,” so I researched it. What we call the birthing ball was developed by an...

You probably already know that childhood obesity has become a serious problem in the United States.  But did you know that formula feeding increases the risk that a child will develop obesity later in life? Breastfeeding your baby significantly decreases the chances...

You have attended breastfeeding classes, interviewed pediatricians and read a few books about breastfeeding.  Now the baby is here! What can you do to support your partner? Continue to let her know that she is doing a great job. Make sure she gets enough rest!   A...

Are you a dad-to-be who's partner is planning to breastfeed? Do you think that breastfeeding is something a woman does alone? Think again. One of the most important factors in determining whether a woman breastfeeds is the support of her partner. Here are some things...