Breastfeeding

Moms explain their decision to breastfeed.

Watch this clip for a general explanation of how to approach breastfeeding to help get both mother and baby in a comfortable breastfeeding routine.

Watch this video to learn how breastfeeding protects you and your baby from illnesses and the skin-to-skin contact helps you and your baby bond.

Watch this video to learn how to properly attach your baby to your breasts, and safely remove them at the end of the feeding or when the latch is incorrect.

This video shows the steps for helping your baby to latch on for breastfeeding.

Watch demonstrations of the three most common ways to hold your breastfeeding baby.

This video shows several holds for breastfeeding your baby.

Watch this video to learn strategies to successfully breastfeed your baby including on demand feeding and feeding cues.

Learn some of the benefits of breastfeeding your newborn, how to properly hold her and attach her to your breast.

There are many great resources, people and places to turn to for breastfeeding support and information. Find out what worked for other breastfeeding moms.

The benefits of breastfeeding are firmly established for babies, but did you know breastfeeding has long-term benefits for Mom, too? Read this to learn how. © TWN (Bundoo)

Understand what colostrum is and the benefits it provides to your baby. © TWN (Bundoo)

Relactation is the practice of stimulating milk production after it's stopped. This stoppage happens a few days after breastfeeding was discontinued or even a few months. Knowing why a mother might want to do this and how it works can be important in understanding this process. © TWN (Bundoo)

Breast milk is the food of choice for newborns and babies, and the benefits of breastfeeding are beyond a doubt. But why, exactly? What's in breast milk that makes it the perfect food for your baby? © TWN (Bundoo)

Understand what a lactation consultant is and how they can help in providing breastfeeding education and troubleshooting. © TWN (Bundoo)

A few days after your baby's birth, your breasts will swell with milk. They are likely to feel tender and heavy. This is normal. To help prevent breast soreness and control irritation, follow these tips.

Breastfeeding is one of the best things you can do for your baby. But using tobacco products or e-cigarettes while you breastfeed is harmful to your baby.

Breastfeeding is the best way to help your baby get a healthy start. But sometime it's not easy. Learn about some of the common problems women have with breastfeeding and how you can overcome them.

Moms share their breastfeeding experiences and offer tips on how to handle a hungry baby while on the go.

Moms reveal how help and encouragement from others empowered them to breastfeed.

Just because you're single, doesn't mean you're alone. Single moms share their stories of support.

Watch this program to learn strategies to help you deal with the stress of breastfeeding including getting help from a lactation consultant and finding a support network.

Watch this program to learn the signs of a poor latch including engorgement and techniques to help your baby latch.

Watch this video to learn how to safely breastfeed when prescribed opioid medications.

There are myths and misconceptions about breastfeeding that can impact a mother's decision to breastfeed. Hear stories from moms who uncovered the myths to make the best decision for themselves and their baby.

With preexisting mental health issues and postpartum depression/anxiety affecting up to 20 percent of all new moms, many women worry that taking antidepressant medication while breastfeeding can harm their infant. Learn 7 essential facts to set the record straight. © TWN (Bundoo)

It can be scary to feel like you are unable to provide the food your baby needs. Learn about the evidence-based strategies you can use to increase milk supply. © TWN (Bundoo)

Learn how a working mom can still provide their baby with breastmilk - benefiting both mom and baby. © TWN (Bundoo)

Watch this video to learn how to safely warm and prepare stored breast milk.

Watch this video for a Checklist of the how to safely store freshly expressed or pumped breast milk.

Watch this video to learn how to balance breast feeding with going back to work including tips for pumping breast milk.