The following articles may be of interest to mothers and those who support them. This is just the beginning of an extensive online library which will grow over time as the organization grows. Our goal is to provide evidence-based information and support: What Does Evidence-Based Mean? Each article is well researched and contains up-to-date information. An Editorial Review Board ensures the quality of the articles. Our website and these articles are brought to you by the generous donations and memberships of others in communities across the USA. No part of these article may be reproduced, copied, modified or adapted, without the prior written consent of Breastfeeding USA and the author. Please consider making a contribution or joining Breastfeeding USA today.
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Why Is Your Baby Fussing?
By Elise Fulara Have you ever wished your baby came with an instruction manual? I know when my first child was a baby, I sure did! Some things are easy to figure out — like that a diaper needs changing when wet or full — but some things are much harder to figure out, like… Read…
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Our Favorite Breastfeeding Videos!
By Patty Jacobs You may find the following videos informative as you embark on your breastfeeding journey. For specific information, contact a volunteer Breastfeeding USA Counselor. Positioning and Latching to the breast Global Health Media Project. Attaching Your Baby at The Breast “Good attachment will help a baby get more milk and make breastfeeding more… Read…
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I Nursed My Baby With Down Syndrome – My Success Story
I had a pretty busy summer and was feeling quite tired out and uncomfortably pregnant when my water broke four and one-half weeks early. Off to the hospital my husband and I went. I wasn’t too concerned because my first child had been almost four weeks early, and everything had been fine. When our daughter,… Read…
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Continuing Education Opportunities
Breastfeeding USA values evidence-based continuing education. The following links are to free, low-cost, or ongoing online education opportunities that BCs may find helpful as they look to expand or reinforce their knowledge of breastfeeding and related subjects. After completing CEs please fill out the BfUSA Continuing Education Reporting Report to record your units. Ongoing Opportunities… Read…
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Nursing in Public: What US Mothers Faced from Colonial Times Until Today
By Sara McCall, MPH, CHES, IBCLC “I can’t believe she’s doing THAT in public!” could be a comment on a multitude of situations. Unfortunately, it’s often used when a mother is seen nursing her child outside of the home. Breastfeeding in public is a top concern of many nursing mothers – they are worried about… Read…
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