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11 Nursing must-haves

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No matter how much you’ve mentally prepared to become a breastfeeding mom, there’s no way to predict what you’ll feel emotionally and physically when your newborn latches on for the first time. “The first week it was painful when my daughter ate, and when she was done, my nipples looked...

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Breastfeeding myths—BUSTED!

By Kendra Smith

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As with a lot of things involving pregnancy and babies, there are a lot of crazy ideas about breastfeeding. Here are a myths few along with the real story. MYTH #1: Taking a breastfeeding break helps you produce more milk. THE TRUTH: The more you breastfeed, the more milk your...

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How to create a breastfeeding sanctuary

By Kendra Smith

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Breastfeeding works best when you’re comfortable, so set up a special space for feeding time. Some items you may want to include: A comfortable chair – Feeding time for a newborn takes most of the day, whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, so a soft chair that supports your back and...

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The Scoop on Lactation Consultants

By Kendra Smith

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Who are they? Professionals trained to help new moms and dads with breastfeeding questions and challenges. Do you need one? Yes—especially if they’re available at your hospital for free, and most are. Even if you think you’re doing fine, it can’t hurt to have someone stop in during a feeding—they...

Five Tips to Prevent "Pregnancy Brain"
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Understanding Pregnancy Food Cravings and Aversions
Most pregnant women will experience at least one food craving or aversions during their pregnancy. So, what causes us to have these dramatic feelings towards certain foods? Will they continue throughout your pregnancy? How do you "tame" these intense feelings? Plus, what in the world are pica cravings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
Protecting Your Pelvic Floor During Pregnancy
Pregnancy causes stress on your body and one of the areas impacted the most is your pelvic floor. What is the pelvic floor and what does it control within your body? How can pregnancy and birth impact your ability to control your pelvic floor? And what can you do during pregnancy to keep this important…
Sex and Pregnancy
Pregnancy changes you, both physically and emotionally. So, it only makes sense that sex would be impacted by pregnancy as well. What changes can you expect during the various trimesters? How can you overcome body issues and retain your intimacy? Plus, what are the positions that typically work best when pregnant? Disclaimer: This is an…