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Breast-Feeding Support

Also indexed as:Nursing Mothers, Breast Milk Production
Breast-feeding can be beneficial for both baby and mother. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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Breast-feeding can be beneficial for both baby and mother. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Keep up the supplements

    Continue taking your prenatal vitamin supplement to help supply extra nutrients needed during lactation

  • Get the nutrients you need

    Eat a balanced diet of unprocessed foods with extra calories and calcium to support lactation

  • Kick the habits

    Reduce or eliminate sources of caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine to prevent transferring unhealthy amounts of these substances through your breast milk

  • Maximize the milk supply

    Feed your baby frequently, and for as long as possible; help increase and maintain your milk supply by minimizing fatigue and stress

  • Perfect your positioning

    See a lactation specialist or other knowledgeable healthcare practitioner for guidance on changing your baby’s feeding position and preventing or relieving sore nipples

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