From the first moment the infant is applied to the breast, it must be nursed upon a certain plan. This is necessary to the well-doing of the child, and will contribute essentially to preserve the health of the parent, who will thus be rendered a good nurse, and her duty at the same time will become a pleasure.
This implies, however, a careful attention on the part of the mother to her own health; for that of her child is essentially dependent upon it. Healthy, nourishing, and digestible milk can be procured only from a healthy parent; and it is against common sense to expect that, if a mother impairs her health and digestion by improper diet, neglect of exercise, and impure air, she can, nevertheless, provide as wholesome and uncontaminated a fluid for her child, as if she were diligently attentive to these important points. Every instance of indisposition in the nurse is liable to affect the infant.
And this leads me to observe, that it is a common mistake to suppose that, because a woman is nursing, she ought therefore to live very fully, and to add an allowance of wine, porter, or other fermented liquor, to her usual diet. The only result of this plan is, to cause an unnatural degree of fulness in the system, which places the nurse on the brink of disease, and which of itself frequently puts a stop to the secretion of the milk, instead of increasing it. The right plan of proceeding is plain enough; only let attention be paid to the ordinary laws of health, and the mother, if she have a sound constitution, will make a better nurse than by any foolish deviation founded on ignorance and caprice.
The following case proves the correctness of this statement:
A young lady, confined with her first child, left the lying-in room at the expiration of the third week, a good nurse, and in perfect health. She had had some slight trouble with her nipples, but this was soon overcome.
The porter system was now commenced, and from a pint to a pint and a half of this beverage was taken in the four and twenty hours. This was resorted to, not because there was any deficiency in the supply of milk, for it was ample, and the infant thriving upon it; but because, having become a nurse, she was told that it was usual and necessary, and that without it her milk and strength would ere long fail.
After this plan had been followed for a few days, the mother became drowsy and disposed to sleep in the daytime; and headach, thirst, a hot skin, in fact, fever supervened; the milk diminished in quantity, and, for the first time, the stomach and bowels of the infant became disordered. The porter was ordered to be left off; remedial measures were prescribed; and all symptoms, both in parent and child, were after a while removed, and health restored.
Having been accustomed, prior to becoming a mother, to take a glass or two of wine, and occasionally a tumbler of table beer, she was advised to follow precisely her former dietetic plan, but with the addition of half a pint of barley-milk morning and night. Both parent and child continued in excellent health during the remaining period of suckling, and the latter did not taste artificial food until the ninth month, the parent's milk being all-sufficient for its wants.
No one can doubt that the porter was in this case the source of the mischief. The patient had gone into the lying-in-room in full health, had had a good time, and came out from her chamber (comparatively) as strong as she entered it. Her constitution had not been previously worn down by repeated child-bearing and nursing, she had an ample supply of milk, and was fully capable, therefore, of performing the duties which now devolved upon her, without resorting to any unusual stimulant or support. Her previous habits were totally at variance with the plan which was adopted; her system became too full, disease was produced, and the result experienced was nothing more than what might be expected.
The plan to be followed for the first six months. Until the breast- milk is fully established, which may not be until the second or third day subsequent to delivery (almost invariably so in a first confinement), the infant must be fed upon a little thin gruel, or upon one third water and two thirds milk, sweetened with loaf sugar.
After this time it must obtain its nourishment from the breast alone, and for a week or ten days the appetite of the infant must be the mother's guide, as to the frequency in offering the breast. The stomach at birth is feeble, and as yet unaccustomed to food; its wants, therefore, are easily satisfied, but they are frequently renewed. An interval, however, sufficient for digesting the little swallowed, is obtained before the appetite again revives, and a fresh supply is demanded.
At the expiration of a week or so it is essentially necessary, and with some children this may be done with safety from the first day of suckling, to nurse the infant at regular intervals of three or four hours, day and night. This allows sufficient time for each meal to be digested, and tends to keep the bowels of the child in order. Such regularity, moreover, will do much to obviate fretfulness, and that constant cry, which seems as if it could be allayed only by constantly putting the child to the breast. A young mother very frequently runs into a serious error in this particular, considering every expression of uneasiness as an indication of appetite, and whenever the infant cries offering it the breast, although ten minutes may not have elapsed since its last meal. This is an injurious and even dangerous practice, for, by overloading the stomach, the food remains undigested, the child's bowels are always out of order, it soon becomes restless and feverish, and is, perhaps, eventually lost; when, by simply attending to the above rules of nursing, the infant might have become healthy and vigorous.
For the same reason, the infant that sleeps with its parent must not be allowed to have the nipple remaining in its mouth all night. If nursed as suggested, it will be found to awaken, as the hour for its meal approaches, with great regularity. In reference to night-nursing, I would suggest suckling the babe as late as ten o'clock p. m., and not putting it to the breast again until five o'clock the next morning. Many mothers have adopted this hint, with great advantage to their own health, and without the slightest detriment to that of the child. With the latter it soon becomes a habit; to induce it, however, it must be taught early.
The foregoing plan, and without variation, must be pursued to the sixth month.
After the sixth month to the time of weaning, if the parent has a large supply of good and nourishing milk, and her child is healthy and evidently flourishing upon it, no change in its diet ought to be made. If otherwise, however, (and this will but too frequently be the case, even before the sixth month) the child may be fed twice in the course of the day, and that kind of food chosen which, after a little trial, is found to agree best.
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Friday, May 15, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Dilemma: Breast Feeding Vs. Bottle Feeding
Author: Michael Gunn
Among all arguments that happen in this world daily, there has
been no end to the breast feeding vs. bottle feeding question.
People will argue either point until no end. This is because
people feel differently on many view points when it comes to
breast feeding. There is much speculation that people turn to
bottle feeding because they hear wrong information.
Breast feeding vs. bottle feeding comes down to the certain
situation a person is in. At times, there is only one option.
Most of the time, however, the mother has a choice. Breast
feeding, in most all respects, has proven to be the most
effective. There are many breastfeeding benefits that bottle
feeding does not provide. Some of these benefits are:
1. Bonding with the infant 2. Coating of the GI tract (first
milk) 3. Build up of immune system 4. Less allergy problems 5.
Digestive problems
This is only a short list of benefits, but the list of benefits
associated with breast feeding is very long. When it comes to
breast feeding vs. bottle feeding, it is best to try to breast
feed first.
What If I Cannot Breast Feed?
There are many reasons why women cannot breast feed, even though
they may want to. Some of these reasons include:
1. Baby will not latch on to the nipple after numerous attempts
2. Diseases such as HIV or Food Poisoning 3. Antibiotics that do
not allow breast feeding (although there is usually an
alternative) 4. Weak facial features 5. Premature
The most common reason a mother cannot breast feed if she wants
to be the fact that a baby will not take to the nipple. This is
even after several attempts. Some babies will not latch on and
cannot be coerced into latching on either. In this case, the
baby will have to take the bottle. This is an exemption in the
breast feeding vs. bottle feeding ideal.
There are some disadvantages of breastfeeding as well. These are:
1. Mother is the only one who can feed the baby 2. Mother must
pump so a feeding Is not missed 3. Often times the breasts will
become sore 4. If you take certain antibiotics or other
medications, they may disrupt breast feeding cycle.
Although some of these are not really “disadvantages”, some
people might see them as such. Really, it is all part of being a
mother. In general, the benefits of breast feeding vs. bottle
feeding far outweigh the detractions. If you want the best for
your baby, you will breast feed if all possible. This also has
other benefits such as cost. Breast feeding is typically less in
cost than formula. Mother’s breast milk is free where formula
ranges in price. The cost factor incurred in breast feeding is a
pump, if you are going to be using one, breasts pads, nipple
covers and nursing bras.
The basic idea all comes down to what works best for the mother
and their child. Breast feeding vs. bottle feeding can be
research farther by visiting the links provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
Among all arguments that happen in this world daily, there has
been no end to the breast feeding vs. bottle feeding question.
People will argue either point until no end. This is because
people feel differently on many view points when it comes to
breast feeding. There is much speculation that people turn to
bottle feeding because they hear wrong information.
Breast feeding vs. bottle feeding comes down to the certain
situation a person is in. At times, there is only one option.
Most of the time, however, the mother has a choice. Breast
feeding, in most all respects, has proven to be the most
effective. There are many breastfeeding benefits that bottle
feeding does not provide. Some of these benefits are:
1. Bonding with the infant 2. Coating of the GI tract (first
milk) 3. Build up of immune system 4. Less allergy problems 5.
Digestive problems
This is only a short list of benefits, but the list of benefits
associated with breast feeding is very long. When it comes to
breast feeding vs. bottle feeding, it is best to try to breast
feed first.
What If I Cannot Breast Feed?
There are many reasons why women cannot breast feed, even though
they may want to. Some of these reasons include:
1. Baby will not latch on to the nipple after numerous attempts
2. Diseases such as HIV or Food Poisoning 3. Antibiotics that do
not allow breast feeding (although there is usually an
alternative) 4. Weak facial features 5. Premature
The most common reason a mother cannot breast feed if she wants
to be the fact that a baby will not take to the nipple. This is
even after several attempts. Some babies will not latch on and
cannot be coerced into latching on either. In this case, the
baby will have to take the bottle. This is an exemption in the
breast feeding vs. bottle feeding ideal.
There are some disadvantages of breastfeeding as well. These are:
1. Mother is the only one who can feed the baby 2. Mother must
pump so a feeding Is not missed 3. Often times the breasts will
become sore 4. If you take certain antibiotics or other
medications, they may disrupt breast feeding cycle.
Although some of these are not really “disadvantages”, some
people might see them as such. Really, it is all part of being a
mother. In general, the benefits of breast feeding vs. bottle
feeding far outweigh the detractions. If you want the best for
your baby, you will breast feed if all possible. This also has
other benefits such as cost. Breast feeding is typically less in
cost than formula. Mother’s breast milk is free where formula
ranges in price. The cost factor incurred in breast feeding is a
pump, if you are going to be using one, breasts pads, nipple
covers and nursing bras.
The basic idea all comes down to what works best for the mother
and their child. Breast feeding vs. bottle feeding can be
research farther by visiting the links provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
3 Steps To Finding The Best Breast Pump?
Author: Michael Gunn
Breast feeding is a wonderful thing and is highly encouraged.
There are some times however, that breast feeding needs to be
aided by a tool. This tool is called the breast pump. In order
to find the best breast pump for you, you will need to evaluate
each one carefully.
A breast pump is necessary for reasons such as the following:
1. Going back to work: When a mother decides it is time to go
back to work, she might still want the baby to benefit from her
breast milk. This is common and one of the reasons why a breast
pump was invented.
2. Another reason why a breast pump was created was for those
times when the mother needs to rest. As you may be aware, a baby
has a need to eat every two hours while they are newborns. This
will last months. If a mother is breastfeeding, this means she
will have to be breast feeding every two hours. For any woman,
this can get extremely tiring.
Although these are not the only reasons why a breast pump is
necessary, they are the most common of the bunch.
Choosing the Best Breast Pump
Choosing the best breast pump for you is a process. If you are
looking to put your infant on a bottle with breast milk, it is
good to introduce the bottle to them within the first three to
four weeks. This will help them establish taking the nipple that
is not their mothers. In all, this will help when you make the
transition back to work or you are not around to feed from the
breast. Whichever you feel is the best breast pump; make sure
you have it well prepared for when you make the transition.
1. Hospital grade breast pumps: These are designed for breast
feeding that is consistent. Mothers who use these will be those
that immediately have to return to work or cannot breast fee
their baby due to the baby not latching on properly, etc. A
hospital breast pump comes with double collection styles. Many
people feel these are the best breast pump.
2. Electric Pump (upper end): These are considered the best
breast pump by some mothers who have returned to work full time
because they are portable, lightweight and manageable. The
mother feels it is more easily used than a hospital grade breast
pump.
3. Electric/Battery pump (Mid-Grade): These require a bit more
work and effort than the top end models, however, they work
well. Most moms who use this type of electric pump use it for
when their child goes to the babysitter or for times when they
substitute for formula. These are often much more portable than
the above two mentioned.
4.Manual Pump: This is the breast pump that has to be done by
usually two hands. Some manual breast pumps are designed for one
handed use and many regard this as the best breast pump. The
reason why people like the manual breast pump rather than the
electric is because it mimics the babies suction greatly.
To learn more about the best breast pumps to use and other
important breast feeding information, follow the links provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
Breast feeding is a wonderful thing and is highly encouraged.
There are some times however, that breast feeding needs to be
aided by a tool. This tool is called the breast pump. In order
to find the best breast pump for you, you will need to evaluate
each one carefully.
A breast pump is necessary for reasons such as the following:
1. Going back to work: When a mother decides it is time to go
back to work, she might still want the baby to benefit from her
breast milk. This is common and one of the reasons why a breast
pump was invented.
2. Another reason why a breast pump was created was for those
times when the mother needs to rest. As you may be aware, a baby
has a need to eat every two hours while they are newborns. This
will last months. If a mother is breastfeeding, this means she
will have to be breast feeding every two hours. For any woman,
this can get extremely tiring.
Although these are not the only reasons why a breast pump is
necessary, they are the most common of the bunch.
Choosing the Best Breast Pump
Choosing the best breast pump for you is a process. If you are
looking to put your infant on a bottle with breast milk, it is
good to introduce the bottle to them within the first three to
four weeks. This will help them establish taking the nipple that
is not their mothers. In all, this will help when you make the
transition back to work or you are not around to feed from the
breast. Whichever you feel is the best breast pump; make sure
you have it well prepared for when you make the transition.
1. Hospital grade breast pumps: These are designed for breast
feeding that is consistent. Mothers who use these will be those
that immediately have to return to work or cannot breast fee
their baby due to the baby not latching on properly, etc. A
hospital breast pump comes with double collection styles. Many
people feel these are the best breast pump.
2. Electric Pump (upper end): These are considered the best
breast pump by some mothers who have returned to work full time
because they are portable, lightweight and manageable. The
mother feels it is more easily used than a hospital grade breast
pump.
3. Electric/Battery pump (Mid-Grade): These require a bit more
work and effort than the top end models, however, they work
well. Most moms who use this type of electric pump use it for
when their child goes to the babysitter or for times when they
substitute for formula. These are often much more portable than
the above two mentioned.
4.Manual Pump: This is the breast pump that has to be done by
usually two hands. Some manual breast pumps are designed for one
handed use and many regard this as the best breast pump. The
reason why people like the manual breast pump rather than the
electric is because it mimics the babies suction greatly.
To learn more about the best breast pumps to use and other
important breast feeding information, follow the links provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
Benefits of Breastfeeding, Not Just For Babies
Author: Steven A Johnson
You probably know that breast milk is the best option for your
baby, but what some people don’t know is that it is also a
benefit to you as well. It is excellent for your basic
nutrition, and has all the nutrients and vitamins your baby will
need for the child first six months! Different than formula your
body’s breast milk has tons of antibodies that fight disease and
keep your baby healthy.
Studies have shown that breast feeding reduces the risk and
symptoms of respiratory illnesses, loose stool, and ear
infections. It is influential that you choose breastfeeding for
at least the first six months of your child’s life to get the
most protection for you baby.
It is best to start breastfeeding immediately after birth. There
is a substance called colostrum, it is your bodies first signs
of milk. This liquid is important for you baby because it
prevents germs by creating a layer on the mucous membrane. This
layer covers the baby’s throat, intestines as well as the nose.
The hugest factor in the colostrum is called secretory
immunoglobulin A. It is mainly found in the colostrum and
decreases once your mature breast milk comes in. This is why
nursing right after birth is important for you baby’s health!
Reduce the risk of your baby of getting allergies! By
breastfeeding it will be less likely that your child will obtain
respiratory or food allergies later in life, and will protect
them through adulthood. Also your baby’s skin can prevent
eczema. Another study shows that breastfeeding lowered the risk
of your child having asthma.
Scientists believe the different immune factors such as
immunoglobulin A and fatty acids and that we talked about
earlier, will minimize allergies by eliminating huge amounts of
unidentified proteins from entering your baby's system. (The
proteins in your basic grocery store milk have the most common
allergens. Babies who are formula fed have more allergies than
children who are breastfed due to the fact the formula is cows’
milk based.)
Want to boost your baby’s intelligence? Breastfeeding is
connected to children having higher IQ’s! The fatty acids
contribute to this increase in brain power, and play a huge role
in the development of the brain. Also the emotional bond you get
with your baby while breastfeeding contributes to this hike in
intelligence as well. So not only are you creating a strong bond
with you and your bundle of joy, you are making him smarter.
After 61 studies and still counting nursing has proved to help
protect your child against obesity. They are not quite sure how
much it will reduce this risk but they do know that
breastfeeding plays some part in leading to a healthier
lifestyle.
Reason being, babies that are not formula-fed can regulate their
feedings. This promotes healthier eating patterns into
childhood, and adolescence. Insulin enhances fatty tissues; this
type of insulin is found in formula. Compared to formula breast
milk has more protein. These proteins control your appetite and
fatty tissues. Babies that are formula-fed quickly gain weight
in the first weeks of life. This weight gain is a factor in
obesity. Where as breast-fed babies have a steady weight gain in
the first weeks of life.
Every new mother has the fear of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death
Syndrome). The studies have not shown that breastfeeding will
minimize the risk of SIDS, but there have been a lower number in
deaths caused by SIDS from babies who were breastfed. This
reason being, the milk your body produces lowers
gastrointestinal and respiratory infections. These infections
have been related to SIDS.
After a long day with the new baby, you need to relax. Good
news, nursing releases a hormone called oxytocin into the body
that makes you feel more relaxed. This hormone not only promotes
relaxation but a nurturing feeling as well.
Researchers say that the higher amounts of oxytocin in the body
the lower the blood pressure after a personal or stressful
issue. With that being said the nursing mothers compared to the
formula feeding mothers, were less stressed during these
studies. While you are nursing you body is using this hormone to
contract your uterus back to the original size. This means that
there will be less bleeding caused by the postpartum birth. When
your body is producing breast milk it is also burning calories.
So while your sitting there nursing you loved one your body is
dropping the pounds.
Studies have shown that women who beast fed for long periods of
time were more protected against two types of common cancers.
These cancers and breast and ovarian, to reduce the risk
breastfeeding should be done for about a year to have the most
effectiveness. The risk is reduced when your tissues in the
breast start changing caused by breastfeeding. When your body
lactates it releases estrogen into your body. Not only does the
estrogen decrease risk of the breast cancer but the ovarian
cancer as well.
Breastfeeding is not only improving your baby’s life, but yours
as well. To enhance all of the positive aspects of nursing try
Nursing Mother’s Tea by bell. It increases the richness in the
vitamins and minerals, and creates a healthy milk supply for
your infant.
About the author:
Steven Johnson is interested in maintaining a vital and healthy
lifestyle. For more information on various health products and
other life-enhancing nutrients please visit his website Alternative Health Supplements.
You probably know that breast milk is the best option for your
baby, but what some people don’t know is that it is also a
benefit to you as well. It is excellent for your basic
nutrition, and has all the nutrients and vitamins your baby will
need for the child first six months! Different than formula your
body’s breast milk has tons of antibodies that fight disease and
keep your baby healthy.
Studies have shown that breast feeding reduces the risk and
symptoms of respiratory illnesses, loose stool, and ear
infections. It is influential that you choose breastfeeding for
at least the first six months of your child’s life to get the
most protection for you baby.
It is best to start breastfeeding immediately after birth. There
is a substance called colostrum, it is your bodies first signs
of milk. This liquid is important for you baby because it
prevents germs by creating a layer on the mucous membrane. This
layer covers the baby’s throat, intestines as well as the nose.
The hugest factor in the colostrum is called secretory
immunoglobulin A. It is mainly found in the colostrum and
decreases once your mature breast milk comes in. This is why
nursing right after birth is important for you baby’s health!
Reduce the risk of your baby of getting allergies! By
breastfeeding it will be less likely that your child will obtain
respiratory or food allergies later in life, and will protect
them through adulthood. Also your baby’s skin can prevent
eczema. Another study shows that breastfeeding lowered the risk
of your child having asthma.
Scientists believe the different immune factors such as
immunoglobulin A and fatty acids and that we talked about
earlier, will minimize allergies by eliminating huge amounts of
unidentified proteins from entering your baby's system. (The
proteins in your basic grocery store milk have the most common
allergens. Babies who are formula fed have more allergies than
children who are breastfed due to the fact the formula is cows’
milk based.)
Want to boost your baby’s intelligence? Breastfeeding is
connected to children having higher IQ’s! The fatty acids
contribute to this increase in brain power, and play a huge role
in the development of the brain. Also the emotional bond you get
with your baby while breastfeeding contributes to this hike in
intelligence as well. So not only are you creating a strong bond
with you and your bundle of joy, you are making him smarter.
After 61 studies and still counting nursing has proved to help
protect your child against obesity. They are not quite sure how
much it will reduce this risk but they do know that
breastfeeding plays some part in leading to a healthier
lifestyle.
Reason being, babies that are not formula-fed can regulate their
feedings. This promotes healthier eating patterns into
childhood, and adolescence. Insulin enhances fatty tissues; this
type of insulin is found in formula. Compared to formula breast
milk has more protein. These proteins control your appetite and
fatty tissues. Babies that are formula-fed quickly gain weight
in the first weeks of life. This weight gain is a factor in
obesity. Where as breast-fed babies have a steady weight gain in
the first weeks of life.
Every new mother has the fear of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death
Syndrome). The studies have not shown that breastfeeding will
minimize the risk of SIDS, but there have been a lower number in
deaths caused by SIDS from babies who were breastfed. This
reason being, the milk your body produces lowers
gastrointestinal and respiratory infections. These infections
have been related to SIDS.
After a long day with the new baby, you need to relax. Good
news, nursing releases a hormone called oxytocin into the body
that makes you feel more relaxed. This hormone not only promotes
relaxation but a nurturing feeling as well.
Researchers say that the higher amounts of oxytocin in the body
the lower the blood pressure after a personal or stressful
issue. With that being said the nursing mothers compared to the
formula feeding mothers, were less stressed during these
studies. While you are nursing you body is using this hormone to
contract your uterus back to the original size. This means that
there will be less bleeding caused by the postpartum birth. When
your body is producing breast milk it is also burning calories.
So while your sitting there nursing you loved one your body is
dropping the pounds.
Studies have shown that women who beast fed for long periods of
time were more protected against two types of common cancers.
These cancers and breast and ovarian, to reduce the risk
breastfeeding should be done for about a year to have the most
effectiveness. The risk is reduced when your tissues in the
breast start changing caused by breastfeeding. When your body
lactates it releases estrogen into your body. Not only does the
estrogen decrease risk of the breast cancer but the ovarian
cancer as well.
Breastfeeding is not only improving your baby’s life, but yours
as well. To enhance all of the positive aspects of nursing try
Nursing Mother’s Tea by bell. It increases the richness in the
vitamins and minerals, and creates a healthy milk supply for
your infant.
About the author:
Steven Johnson is interested in maintaining a vital and healthy
lifestyle. For more information on various health products and
other life-enhancing nutrients please visit his website Alternative Health Supplements.
Important: Breast Feeding Advice
Author: Michael Gunn
When it comes to breast feeding advice, there is good breast
feeding advice and there is some bad feeding advice. A new
mother is not going to be able to tell the difference between a
good and bad, so this article is here to dispel any bad advice
that may be given.
Unfortunately, many people are constantly taking the bad breast
feeding advice because it is given by reliable sources. Most of
the times it is friends and family and sometimes even nurses.
Surely you would think they know what they are talking about.
The truth is they may want to give good advice and not know it
is wrong.
The first bit of breast feeding advice falls into the category
on when your baby is full. Many new mothers are told to watch
the clock. To many people, it is all about watching the clock
and at a certain time, stop feeding the baby.
Believe it or not, you will know when the baby is done because
they will do one of two things. They will either stop nursing or
turn away from the breast, or, they will fall asleep. A baby’s
body is preprogrammed to tell it when it has enough of something
and when it needs more. If you are on a times schedule, you
could be denying your baby nutritional values. So, watching the
clock is no good breast feeding advice.
Many people also come across the advice to not nurse less than
every three hours. This is horrible advice. Although many
people’s intentions are good, their advice is not.
A baby should be eating roughly every two hours. This not only
keeps the baby full but ensures they are getting the vitamins
and nutrients they need. Of course, the baby will go through
growing spurts and also those times that they will eat less. It
is best to reply on the baby’s body to tell it what the baby
needs. The only time feeding should be a concern is when there
is a drastic change or the baby is not eating at all.
Another misconception when it comes to breast feeding advice is
the notion that you have to prepare your nipples for
breastfeeding. This is not the case by any means. The only thing
that a mother should be doing is putting Lansinoh cream on their
nipples.
This cream should be applied directly on the nipple. This does
not have to be rubbed off before breast feeding either. Your
breasts and nipples were specifically made for breast feeding.
It is natural and there is no other substitution needed. Use a
warm wash cloth with water and without soap to clean your breast.
Give your babies cereal in a bottle so they will sleep better
through the night is another bad breast feeding advice that is
heard. A baby, when breast feeding, will need no other food
supply for the first six months of their life. Breast milk is
the best thing for a newborn and will supply them with what they
need. Find out more about breast feeding tips in the links
provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www. http://DoubleBreastPumps.com!
When it comes to breast feeding advice, there is good breast
feeding advice and there is some bad feeding advice. A new
mother is not going to be able to tell the difference between a
good and bad, so this article is here to dispel any bad advice
that may be given.
Unfortunately, many people are constantly taking the bad breast
feeding advice because it is given by reliable sources. Most of
the times it is friends and family and sometimes even nurses.
Surely you would think they know what they are talking about.
The truth is they may want to give good advice and not know it
is wrong.
The first bit of breast feeding advice falls into the category
on when your baby is full. Many new mothers are told to watch
the clock. To many people, it is all about watching the clock
and at a certain time, stop feeding the baby.
Believe it or not, you will know when the baby is done because
they will do one of two things. They will either stop nursing or
turn away from the breast, or, they will fall asleep. A baby’s
body is preprogrammed to tell it when it has enough of something
and when it needs more. If you are on a times schedule, you
could be denying your baby nutritional values. So, watching the
clock is no good breast feeding advice.
Many people also come across the advice to not nurse less than
every three hours. This is horrible advice. Although many
people’s intentions are good, their advice is not.
A baby should be eating roughly every two hours. This not only
keeps the baby full but ensures they are getting the vitamins
and nutrients they need. Of course, the baby will go through
growing spurts and also those times that they will eat less. It
is best to reply on the baby’s body to tell it what the baby
needs. The only time feeding should be a concern is when there
is a drastic change or the baby is not eating at all.
Another misconception when it comes to breast feeding advice is
the notion that you have to prepare your nipples for
breastfeeding. This is not the case by any means. The only thing
that a mother should be doing is putting Lansinoh cream on their
nipples.
This cream should be applied directly on the nipple. This does
not have to be rubbed off before breast feeding either. Your
breasts and nipples were specifically made for breast feeding.
It is natural and there is no other substitution needed. Use a
warm wash cloth with water and without soap to clean your breast.
Give your babies cereal in a bottle so they will sleep better
through the night is another bad breast feeding advice that is
heard. A baby, when breast feeding, will need no other food
supply for the first six months of their life. Breast milk is
the best thing for a newborn and will supply them with what they
need. Find out more about breast feeding tips in the links
provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www. http://DoubleBreastPumps.com!
5 Breast Feeding Tips
Author: Michael Gunn
A new mother might be thinking that breast feeding is a hard
concept to grasp. Other new moms figure that the baby will just
automatically start breast feeding by themselves. In all fact,
both of those statements are wrong. Breast feeding is not an art
form and is rather natural. The main aspect is to entice a baby
to start breastfeeding. Once a baby starts to breastfeed, they
will catch on quickly and you will not have to show them much
more than that.
Below are five breast feeding tips that will help a new mother
breast feed successfully. Although you may feel like you do not
need breast feeding tips, it is best to read over them anyway.
You might find that you learn something you did not know before.
1. Make sure you are relaxed. A baby knows and senses when a
mother is not relaxed. If you are not feeling relaxed, your baby
will not feel relaxed. This is a close time for you and your
baby, make every moment count.
2. The second of the breast feeding tips is to prepare your baby
to latch on. This step is very easy. Your baby will not
automatically know to open their mouth in order to latch on.
They do not know what is in store for them just yet. The best
thing to do is nudge your finger gently on the side of the mouth
and wait for the baby to open their mouth.
3. Once the baby has opened their mouth, you will then need to
inset your nipple onto the child’s mouth. This is where new
mothers get confused. The question usually is, how far? So, the
best way to described it is to make sure they have their mouth
around your nipple almost completely. Ever nipple size differs
so it is up to the mother’s best judgment. The main thing is to
make sure the nipple is completely in the baby’s mouth without
their nose being suffocated by the breast. You want to make sure
they breathe freely.
4. As you nurse your child, make sure you hold them in a
football position. There are other positions; however, this one
seems to work the best for new mothers. Whichever position you
choose, make sure you hold your baby close and support their
head.
5. After the baby is done, hold them and comfort them. This is
the closest moment a mother has with her new born baby.
Breast feeding tips are designed to help new mothers figure out
breast feeding. These breast feeding tips may not work for
everyone, as everyone’s body and child are different. Always, as
with anything, use these breast feeding tips as a guide. In
order to get the most out of the bond you will share with your
new born baby, make sure you read some of the links below to
many different topics and discussions. A new mother can never be
too prepared.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
A new mother might be thinking that breast feeding is a hard
concept to grasp. Other new moms figure that the baby will just
automatically start breast feeding by themselves. In all fact,
both of those statements are wrong. Breast feeding is not an art
form and is rather natural. The main aspect is to entice a baby
to start breastfeeding. Once a baby starts to breastfeed, they
will catch on quickly and you will not have to show them much
more than that.
Below are five breast feeding tips that will help a new mother
breast feed successfully. Although you may feel like you do not
need breast feeding tips, it is best to read over them anyway.
You might find that you learn something you did not know before.
1. Make sure you are relaxed. A baby knows and senses when a
mother is not relaxed. If you are not feeling relaxed, your baby
will not feel relaxed. This is a close time for you and your
baby, make every moment count.
2. The second of the breast feeding tips is to prepare your baby
to latch on. This step is very easy. Your baby will not
automatically know to open their mouth in order to latch on.
They do not know what is in store for them just yet. The best
thing to do is nudge your finger gently on the side of the mouth
and wait for the baby to open their mouth.
3. Once the baby has opened their mouth, you will then need to
inset your nipple onto the child’s mouth. This is where new
mothers get confused. The question usually is, how far? So, the
best way to described it is to make sure they have their mouth
around your nipple almost completely. Ever nipple size differs
so it is up to the mother’s best judgment. The main thing is to
make sure the nipple is completely in the baby’s mouth without
their nose being suffocated by the breast. You want to make sure
they breathe freely.
4. As you nurse your child, make sure you hold them in a
football position. There are other positions; however, this one
seems to work the best for new mothers. Whichever position you
choose, make sure you hold your baby close and support their
head.
5. After the baby is done, hold them and comfort them. This is
the closest moment a mother has with her new born baby.
Breast feeding tips are designed to help new mothers figure out
breast feeding. These breast feeding tips may not work for
everyone, as everyone’s body and child are different. Always, as
with anything, use these breast feeding tips as a guide. In
order to get the most out of the bond you will share with your
new born baby, make sure you read some of the links below to
many different topics and discussions. A new mother can never be
too prepared.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
How To: Breast Feed Adopted Baby
Author: Michael Gunn
Breastfeeding has been proven to be the best thing you can do
for your newborn baby. This is because the baby can be provided
nutrients and vitamins in perfect quantity from a mother without
even going to formula. The body was built to produce this milk
and often time’s mothers never use it. The breast milk is much
more nutritious for your new born baby than formula. So what
happens when you are looking to breast feed an adopted baby?
How Do I Breast Feed Adopted Baby?
In order to breast feed adopted baby, you will need to prepare
your body. Being that a woman is well equipped for the necessary
feedings of a baby; the woman does not have to be in uterus.
This means that even though the woman has not had a baby, she
can still produce milk. This is done in steps.
1.The woman has to show her body that there is a need for milk.
In other words, a woman has to stimulate her body. This is first
done by pumping the breasts with a breast pump.
2.Next, the woman can wear breast shells about five times a day
to help produce Oxytocin. This is one hormone that is needed to
produce the flow of breast milk in order to breastfeed. This is
a very common approach when looking to breast feed adopted baby.
3.Nest, you can purchase a supplemental nursing system. This is
where you hang a milk holder around your neck with two small
tubes that connect to your nipple. This is where the baby gets
the formula from. This also helps stimulate your nipples because
the baby will actually be sucking on your nipple. The more you
do this, you will be able to breast feed adopted baby just as
you were able to if you just had the baby. It is very important
that you use paper tape to tape the tubes to your nipples. You
will be very glad you did because other tape will hurt when
taking the tape off.
4.Remember that to breast feed adopted baby requires frequent
feeding. This is due to telling your body that you need to make
more milk. Typically, your body will not be able to make enough
for the whole nursing time. This is why they make supplemental
nursing systems.
5.Surround yourself with people who support your decision.
Induced lactation is not that recognized and choosing to breast
feed adopted baby is a beautiful choice. The more you surround
yourself with people, who love and support you, the easier it
will be. It is also important for those times when you will get
frustrated and think about giving up. It will be frustrating;
however, it is important and should be resumed.
There are many other aspects to consider when you are looking to
breast feed adopted baby. Although many people do not know it
exists, you can be part of a growing number of people that
breast feed adopted baby.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www. http://DoubleBreastPumps.com!
Breastfeeding has been proven to be the best thing you can do
for your newborn baby. This is because the baby can be provided
nutrients and vitamins in perfect quantity from a mother without
even going to formula. The body was built to produce this milk
and often time’s mothers never use it. The breast milk is much
more nutritious for your new born baby than formula. So what
happens when you are looking to breast feed an adopted baby?
How Do I Breast Feed Adopted Baby?
In order to breast feed adopted baby, you will need to prepare
your body. Being that a woman is well equipped for the necessary
feedings of a baby; the woman does not have to be in uterus.
This means that even though the woman has not had a baby, she
can still produce milk. This is done in steps.
1.The woman has to show her body that there is a need for milk.
In other words, a woman has to stimulate her body. This is first
done by pumping the breasts with a breast pump.
2.Next, the woman can wear breast shells about five times a day
to help produce Oxytocin. This is one hormone that is needed to
produce the flow of breast milk in order to breastfeed. This is
a very common approach when looking to breast feed adopted baby.
3.Nest, you can purchase a supplemental nursing system. This is
where you hang a milk holder around your neck with two small
tubes that connect to your nipple. This is where the baby gets
the formula from. This also helps stimulate your nipples because
the baby will actually be sucking on your nipple. The more you
do this, you will be able to breast feed adopted baby just as
you were able to if you just had the baby. It is very important
that you use paper tape to tape the tubes to your nipples. You
will be very glad you did because other tape will hurt when
taking the tape off.
4.Remember that to breast feed adopted baby requires frequent
feeding. This is due to telling your body that you need to make
more milk. Typically, your body will not be able to make enough
for the whole nursing time. This is why they make supplemental
nursing systems.
5.Surround yourself with people who support your decision.
Induced lactation is not that recognized and choosing to breast
feed adopted baby is a beautiful choice. The more you surround
yourself with people, who love and support you, the easier it
will be. It is also important for those times when you will get
frustrated and think about giving up. It will be frustrating;
however, it is important and should be resumed.
There are many other aspects to consider when you are looking to
breast feed adopted baby. Although many people do not know it
exists, you can be part of a growing number of people that
breast feed adopted baby.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www. http://DoubleBreastPumps.com!
What To Do If You Have Poor Milk Supply
Author: Jillian Smith
Almost all women don't have a problem with producing enough milk
to breast feed. The ideal way to make sure that your baby is
getting enough milk is to be sure that he's well positioned,
attached to the breast, and feed him as often as he gets hungry.
Some mom's that are breast feeding will stop before they want
to, simply because they don't think they have enough breast
milk.
There are signs that might make you believe your baby isn't
getting enough milk. If your baby seems hungry or unsettled
after feeding, or if he wants to feed often with short pauses
between feedings, you may think he isn't getting enough milk -
which are often times not the case.
There are however, two reliable signs that let you know your
baby isn't getting enough milk. If your baby has poor or really
slow weight gain, or is passing small amounts of concentrated
urine, he's not getting enough milk.
All babies will lose weight within the first few days after
birth. Babies are born with supplies of fat and fluids, which
will help them keep going for the first several days.
Once your baby regains birth weight, he should begin putting on
around 200g for the first four months or so. To get back to
their birth weight, it normally takes a few weeks.
If the weight gain for your baby seems to be slow, don't
hesitate to ask your doctor or nurse to observe you breast
feeding. This way, they can make sure that your technique is
right and if they think your baby is breast feeding often
enough.
To help you with your breast feeding, here are some ways that
you can increase your supply of milk: 1. Be sure that your baby
is positioned correctly and attached to your breast.
2. Let your baby feed for as long and often as he wants.
3. If you feel that your baby isn't breast feeding enough,
offer him more breast feeds.
4. During each breast feed, make sure you feed from both
breasts.
5. If your baby has been using a dummy, make sure you stop him.
6. Some babies may be sleepy and reluctant to feed, which may
be the cause of problems with milk supply.
By following the above tips, you'll do your part in making sure
you have enough milk when it comes time to breast feed. If you
are uncertain or have other questions, be sure to ask your
doctor, as he can answer any type of question you may have.
About the author:
To learn about corgi training and corgi adoption, visit the About Animals website.
Almost all women don't have a problem with producing enough milk
to breast feed. The ideal way to make sure that your baby is
getting enough milk is to be sure that he's well positioned,
attached to the breast, and feed him as often as he gets hungry.
Some mom's that are breast feeding will stop before they want
to, simply because they don't think they have enough breast
milk.
There are signs that might make you believe your baby isn't
getting enough milk. If your baby seems hungry or unsettled
after feeding, or if he wants to feed often with short pauses
between feedings, you may think he isn't getting enough milk -
which are often times not the case.
There are however, two reliable signs that let you know your
baby isn't getting enough milk. If your baby has poor or really
slow weight gain, or is passing small amounts of concentrated
urine, he's not getting enough milk.
All babies will lose weight within the first few days after
birth. Babies are born with supplies of fat and fluids, which
will help them keep going for the first several days.
Once your baby regains birth weight, he should begin putting on
around 200g for the first four months or so. To get back to
their birth weight, it normally takes a few weeks.
If the weight gain for your baby seems to be slow, don't
hesitate to ask your doctor or nurse to observe you breast
feeding. This way, they can make sure that your technique is
right and if they think your baby is breast feeding often
enough.
To help you with your breast feeding, here are some ways that
you can increase your supply of milk: 1. Be sure that your baby
is positioned correctly and attached to your breast.
2. Let your baby feed for as long and often as he wants.
3. If you feel that your baby isn't breast feeding enough,
offer him more breast feeds.
4. During each breast feed, make sure you feed from both
breasts.
5. If your baby has been using a dummy, make sure you stop him.
6. Some babies may be sleepy and reluctant to feed, which may
be the cause of problems with milk supply.
By following the above tips, you'll do your part in making sure
you have enough milk when it comes time to breast feed. If you
are uncertain or have other questions, be sure to ask your
doctor, as he can answer any type of question you may have.
About the author:
To learn about corgi training and corgi adoption, visit the About Animals website.
Breastfeeding and Medication - May Spell Disaster
Author: Eddie Lamb
Breast feeding and medication is definitely a bad idea unless
you have already talked with the doctor and he/she could assure
you that there is no harm that can result from the medication.
The infant usually gets whatever food protein and other things
through his meals and from the milk he/she takes from mother's
milk.
Breast Feeding And Medication Can Be Very Dangerous - Always Ask
An Expert
Babies need their food every two-three hours a day. Breast
feeding at this stage would be great. However, you should be
sure that no medication is taken unless is okayed by a medical
practitioner. Many medications that work wonders (positive sense
of the world) may combine with others and result in total
poison; hence it is always required to closely monitor the
treatment.
The drug powers, dosage as well as the resistance of the infant,
all are dependent on how the body of the mother needs it. Many
times, even the tiniest dosage can create havoc with the infant.
There have been many fatalities in the past in this way. Hence,
it is always better to avoid medication while you are
breastfeeding.
In case breastfeeding is really a must - do so only before the
medication and ensure that the breastfeed does not pull in
anything from the medicine. Many times the doctor will prescribe
an alternative which you should have in plenty. Avoid even
headache medicine while breastfeeding.
There are many ways to avoid stopping the breastfeeding while at
the same continuing with the medication. In this way whatever
the problem can be treated while the baby is not deprived of
his/her share of breast milk, nor exposed to any danger. A lot
depends on whether the ailment is very serious and/ or for how
long the drug is/was taken. The length of the treatment, the
importance of the treatment and the reason of the treatment
would be clarified. The breast feeding and medication
correlation would determine the safety of the treatment for the
infant.
If one looked into details, in some cases, breast feeding and
medication do walk hand in hand - such as vitamins and
pregnancy. This is a good combination of breast feeding and
medication which can be encouraged throughout the time of
infancy and even further. There are cases where the medication
can be highly toxic to the infant while at the same time, very
good for you. Always consult a doctor.
About the author:
Eddie Lamb provides an abundance of information on a range of
topical subjects. This article Breast Feeding and Medication - May Spell
Disaster, is just one of a host of useful articles about
Breast Feeding listed on our site map at Breast Feeding
Awareness.
Breast feeding and medication is definitely a bad idea unless
you have already talked with the doctor and he/she could assure
you that there is no harm that can result from the medication.
The infant usually gets whatever food protein and other things
through his meals and from the milk he/she takes from mother's
milk.
Breast Feeding And Medication Can Be Very Dangerous - Always Ask
An Expert
Babies need their food every two-three hours a day. Breast
feeding at this stage would be great. However, you should be
sure that no medication is taken unless is okayed by a medical
practitioner. Many medications that work wonders (positive sense
of the world) may combine with others and result in total
poison; hence it is always required to closely monitor the
treatment.
The drug powers, dosage as well as the resistance of the infant,
all are dependent on how the body of the mother needs it. Many
times, even the tiniest dosage can create havoc with the infant.
There have been many fatalities in the past in this way. Hence,
it is always better to avoid medication while you are
breastfeeding.
In case breastfeeding is really a must - do so only before the
medication and ensure that the breastfeed does not pull in
anything from the medicine. Many times the doctor will prescribe
an alternative which you should have in plenty. Avoid even
headache medicine while breastfeeding.
There are many ways to avoid stopping the breastfeeding while at
the same continuing with the medication. In this way whatever
the problem can be treated while the baby is not deprived of
his/her share of breast milk, nor exposed to any danger. A lot
depends on whether the ailment is very serious and/ or for how
long the drug is/was taken. The length of the treatment, the
importance of the treatment and the reason of the treatment
would be clarified. The breast feeding and medication
correlation would determine the safety of the treatment for the
infant.
If one looked into details, in some cases, breast feeding and
medication do walk hand in hand - such as vitamins and
pregnancy. This is a good combination of breast feeding and
medication which can be encouraged throughout the time of
infancy and even further. There are cases where the medication
can be highly toxic to the infant while at the same time, very
good for you. Always consult a doctor.
About the author:
Eddie Lamb provides an abundance of information on a range of
topical subjects. This article Breast Feeding and Medication - May Spell
Disaster, is just one of a host of useful articles about
Breast Feeding listed on our site map at Breast Feeding
Awareness.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Choosing An Electric Breast Pump
Author: Michael Gunn
There are many types of breast pumps available. The most
commonly sought is the electric breast pump. In today’s time,
women are on the go and need efficient means to breast feed
their child. Whether it is because the woman is going back to
work or because she is substituting formula, there is a great
need.
There are many different grades of an electric breast pump. Of
these different grades, each person has their own need. It is up
to the mother to determine which electric breast pump is good
for them.
The electric breast pump has very significant advantages over
the manual breast pump. These advantages are seen first in the
way it works. The electric breast pump just needs to be applied
and then generates the sucking motion automatically with a
switch. A manual breast pump has to be done by hand and
typically requires both hands to complete the task. There are
some manual pumps that require only one hand use but they are
usually higher in price.
The price difference between a manual and an electric breast
pump are variable in price. For the most part, an electric
breast pump is going to run more money because of the
convenience factor. Not only is the electric breast pump easier
to use, it is very compact and easily transported. Most pumps
come in a very nice carrying case which makes it overall easy to
transport.
The Different Types of Electric Breast Pumps Are:
1. Hospital electric breast pumps: These electric breast pumps
are used for heavy duty pumping. You can purchase these from a
specialty store or the hospital. With this pump, the rate the
breast milk comes out is about the rate of when a baby is
nursing. This is very efficient for the mothers, as most mothers
would rather be spending time with their newborn baby.
2. A top grade electric pump will be good for those moms who are
returning back to work. The reason these are a good choice is
because it still maintains a consistent pumping while also
taking into consideration comfort. Higher end electric breast
pump systems can be adjusted to mimic the babies sucking
pattern. This also might help the flow of milk because the
pattern is established. This also provides more comfort to the
mother that is nursing.
3. Breast pumps that are midrange in price can be electric or
battery operated. The main difference between these pumps and
the higher end is the fact that they are usually more portable,
used to take to the babysitter’s house and also only pump one
breast at a time. For moms who want to pump efficiently, this is
not the best choice. For those mothers who only need
intermittent pumping, this might be an option.
Each electric breast pump does its job and is safe and reliable.
The main difference is time that the mother has to pump and the
comfort level needed to pump. To read more about electric breast
pumps, see the link below.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
There are many types of breast pumps available. The most
commonly sought is the electric breast pump. In today’s time,
women are on the go and need efficient means to breast feed
their child. Whether it is because the woman is going back to
work or because she is substituting formula, there is a great
need.
There are many different grades of an electric breast pump. Of
these different grades, each person has their own need. It is up
to the mother to determine which electric breast pump is good
for them.
The electric breast pump has very significant advantages over
the manual breast pump. These advantages are seen first in the
way it works. The electric breast pump just needs to be applied
and then generates the sucking motion automatically with a
switch. A manual breast pump has to be done by hand and
typically requires both hands to complete the task. There are
some manual pumps that require only one hand use but they are
usually higher in price.
The price difference between a manual and an electric breast
pump are variable in price. For the most part, an electric
breast pump is going to run more money because of the
convenience factor. Not only is the electric breast pump easier
to use, it is very compact and easily transported. Most pumps
come in a very nice carrying case which makes it overall easy to
transport.
The Different Types of Electric Breast Pumps Are:
1. Hospital electric breast pumps: These electric breast pumps
are used for heavy duty pumping. You can purchase these from a
specialty store or the hospital. With this pump, the rate the
breast milk comes out is about the rate of when a baby is
nursing. This is very efficient for the mothers, as most mothers
would rather be spending time with their newborn baby.
2. A top grade electric pump will be good for those moms who are
returning back to work. The reason these are a good choice is
because it still maintains a consistent pumping while also
taking into consideration comfort. Higher end electric breast
pump systems can be adjusted to mimic the babies sucking
pattern. This also might help the flow of milk because the
pattern is established. This also provides more comfort to the
mother that is nursing.
3. Breast pumps that are midrange in price can be electric or
battery operated. The main difference between these pumps and
the higher end is the fact that they are usually more portable,
used to take to the babysitter’s house and also only pump one
breast at a time. For moms who want to pump efficiently, this is
not the best choice. For those mothers who only need
intermittent pumping, this might be an option.
Each electric breast pump does its job and is safe and reliable.
The main difference is time that the mother has to pump and the
comfort level needed to pump. To read more about electric breast
pumps, see the link below.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
How to Breastfeed Exclusively
Author: Michael Gunn
It is a concern of many mothers that they will not be able to
breastfeed exclusively. This is a very real concern and has
valid reasons. In order to breastfeed exclusively, you will need
to stay committed to doing so. There are many factors that tend
to get in the way to make it easy for a mother that was so
adamant about breast feeding to turn their nose up at it
quickly. It is sometimes hard and discouraging, but the benefits
of doing a breastfeed exclusively far outweigh the slight
discomfort.
Before you breastfeed exclusively, you will need to read up on
the different things associated with breastfeeding. This would
include positions, problems, discomfort, babies not latching on
properly and more. You should be prepared that one or all of
these things can happen to you. By reading up on it ahead of
time, you should be able to head off any temptation that you may
have to stop breastfeeding. Knowledge of why things are
happening is the best tool you can have.
If you will be choosing to breastfeed exclusively, you will want
to invest in a hospital grade breast pump or an electric breast
pump. An electric breast pump will be much more affordable of
the two. A hospital grade breast pump, although extremely
effective, will run in the thousand dollars plus range.
You can purchase an electrical breast pump from top end to lower
end for a varying amount. The main difference between prices
will lie in whether or not the breast pump will be able to pump
more than one breast at a time. Typically, the lower end models
will only allow for one breast at a time while the higher end
will allow for double pumping. Many moms opt for the double
pumping feature, as they will breastfeed exclusively, which
means a lot of pumping and a lot of time investment.
To breastfeed exclusively, you will need to also pick up some
breast pads and possibly some breast cream. This breast cream is
not necessary for most women, however, for some it helps soothe
pain if the nipple gets chaffed. Typically, a woman who chooses
to breastfeed exclusively will only incur a pain in the first
five days. After about day seven, the pain decreases and the
nipples are more conditioned.
Think about it, for the most part, a woman’s nipples are
generally covered completely throughout the day and shielded
from harsh environments. There is no need to “prepare” a nipple
before breastfeeding. This is a myth where woman rub a rough
towel over their nipples or roughen them up.
This is not good or necessary, as breastfeeding is a part of a
natural process that a woman’s body was designed for
exclusively. In the case that nipples bleed or crack, make sure
to put peroxide on the open wound so that it does not get
infected.
To learn more about how to breastfeed exclusively, follow the
link provided for your continued reading.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www. http://DoubleBreastPumps.com!
It is a concern of many mothers that they will not be able to
breastfeed exclusively. This is a very real concern and has
valid reasons. In order to breastfeed exclusively, you will need
to stay committed to doing so. There are many factors that tend
to get in the way to make it easy for a mother that was so
adamant about breast feeding to turn their nose up at it
quickly. It is sometimes hard and discouraging, but the benefits
of doing a breastfeed exclusively far outweigh the slight
discomfort.
Before you breastfeed exclusively, you will need to read up on
the different things associated with breastfeeding. This would
include positions, problems, discomfort, babies not latching on
properly and more. You should be prepared that one or all of
these things can happen to you. By reading up on it ahead of
time, you should be able to head off any temptation that you may
have to stop breastfeeding. Knowledge of why things are
happening is the best tool you can have.
If you will be choosing to breastfeed exclusively, you will want
to invest in a hospital grade breast pump or an electric breast
pump. An electric breast pump will be much more affordable of
the two. A hospital grade breast pump, although extremely
effective, will run in the thousand dollars plus range.
You can purchase an electrical breast pump from top end to lower
end for a varying amount. The main difference between prices
will lie in whether or not the breast pump will be able to pump
more than one breast at a time. Typically, the lower end models
will only allow for one breast at a time while the higher end
will allow for double pumping. Many moms opt for the double
pumping feature, as they will breastfeed exclusively, which
means a lot of pumping and a lot of time investment.
To breastfeed exclusively, you will need to also pick up some
breast pads and possibly some breast cream. This breast cream is
not necessary for most women, however, for some it helps soothe
pain if the nipple gets chaffed. Typically, a woman who chooses
to breastfeed exclusively will only incur a pain in the first
five days. After about day seven, the pain decreases and the
nipples are more conditioned.
Think about it, for the most part, a woman’s nipples are
generally covered completely throughout the day and shielded
from harsh environments. There is no need to “prepare” a nipple
before breastfeeding. This is a myth where woman rub a rough
towel over their nipples or roughen them up.
This is not good or necessary, as breastfeeding is a part of a
natural process that a woman’s body was designed for
exclusively. In the case that nipples bleed or crack, make sure
to put peroxide on the open wound so that it does not get
infected.
To learn more about how to breastfeed exclusively, follow the
link provided for your continued reading.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www. http://DoubleBreastPumps.com!
15 Breast Feeding Benefits
Author: Michael Gunn
Of all things a mother can do for her child, breast feeding is
on the top of the list. Breast feeding benefits are
overwhelmingly numerous in counts and prove to be the best thing
for your new born baby.
Not only is the breast feeding benefits good for your new born
baby, but they amount to a substantial and healthy adult life as
well. Among many women today, breast feeding is on a decline.
Young new mothers are being told that breast feeding benefits
are a thing of the past and are seamlessly duplicated in
formula. This is by far wrong and inconsistent with studies.
There are fifteen breast feeding benefits below; however, these
are not the only ones. There are countless others that show
breast feeding benefits and how it affects a child.
1. Antibodies and nutrients are mixed perfectly in breast milk
for a new born baby.
2. As a baby grows, it needs a change in nutrition. The mother’s
body keeps up with this change and produces breast milk to
complete the baby’s needs, whereas formula does not.
3. Gastroenteritis protection along with other gastrointestinal
diseases.
4. Proven to have less chance of diarrhea and vomiting. These
symptoms cause infant deaths more than you would think.
5. Childhood diabetes risk reduction
6. Upset stomachs, colic and constipation are common among
babies that feed on formula. One of the breast feeding benefits
is less risk of these happening.
7. Lower risk of teeth that decay
8. Bone density increase. This is especially important in girls.
9. Later in life, heart disease is a lower risk.
10. One of the most important breast feeding benefits is bonding
with a child. The warm and comfort a baby feels when breast
feeding is truly amazing.
11. Childhood obesity is less risk
12. Proven to have a higher IQ by 10-12 points
13. Facial structuring is more defined when breast feeding. They
use their facial muscles more and develop a straighter set of
teeth as well.
14. Iron deficiency and Vitamin E deficiency are at less of a
risk due to it being one of the breast feeding benefits.
15. Another very important benefit is the first milk, called the
colostrum. This milk coats the baby’s gastrointestinal tract to
prevent many bacteria from entering in and causing harm.
Major breast feeding benefits go to the mother as well. They
also get to partake in the benefits by bonding with the child
early on. It is reported that many mothers feel closer with
their baby when they breast feed rather than not. The mother
will also experience a faster weight loss when breast feeding,
as well as reducing the risk for cervical, breast, and other
cancers.
One of the biggest plagues of women as they get older is
osteoporosis. This risk is also reduced when you breast feed.
There are also many breast feeding benefits that have not been
listed her that a mother will experience. Overall, it is a great
experience for both the mother and the child. More information
can be found in the links provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
Of all things a mother can do for her child, breast feeding is
on the top of the list. Breast feeding benefits are
overwhelmingly numerous in counts and prove to be the best thing
for your new born baby.
Not only is the breast feeding benefits good for your new born
baby, but they amount to a substantial and healthy adult life as
well. Among many women today, breast feeding is on a decline.
Young new mothers are being told that breast feeding benefits
are a thing of the past and are seamlessly duplicated in
formula. This is by far wrong and inconsistent with studies.
There are fifteen breast feeding benefits below; however, these
are not the only ones. There are countless others that show
breast feeding benefits and how it affects a child.
1. Antibodies and nutrients are mixed perfectly in breast milk
for a new born baby.
2. As a baby grows, it needs a change in nutrition. The mother’s
body keeps up with this change and produces breast milk to
complete the baby’s needs, whereas formula does not.
3. Gastroenteritis protection along with other gastrointestinal
diseases.
4. Proven to have less chance of diarrhea and vomiting. These
symptoms cause infant deaths more than you would think.
5. Childhood diabetes risk reduction
6. Upset stomachs, colic and constipation are common among
babies that feed on formula. One of the breast feeding benefits
is less risk of these happening.
7. Lower risk of teeth that decay
8. Bone density increase. This is especially important in girls.
9. Later in life, heart disease is a lower risk.
10. One of the most important breast feeding benefits is bonding
with a child. The warm and comfort a baby feels when breast
feeding is truly amazing.
11. Childhood obesity is less risk
12. Proven to have a higher IQ by 10-12 points
13. Facial structuring is more defined when breast feeding. They
use their facial muscles more and develop a straighter set of
teeth as well.
14. Iron deficiency and Vitamin E deficiency are at less of a
risk due to it being one of the breast feeding benefits.
15. Another very important benefit is the first milk, called the
colostrum. This milk coats the baby’s gastrointestinal tract to
prevent many bacteria from entering in and causing harm.
Major breast feeding benefits go to the mother as well. They
also get to partake in the benefits by bonding with the child
early on. It is reported that many mothers feel closer with
their baby when they breast feed rather than not. The mother
will also experience a faster weight loss when breast feeding,
as well as reducing the risk for cervical, breast, and other
cancers.
One of the biggest plagues of women as they get older is
osteoporosis. This risk is also reduced when you breast feed.
There are also many breast feeding benefits that have not been
listed her that a mother will experience. Overall, it is a great
experience for both the mother and the child. More information
can be found in the links provided.
About the author:
Michael Gunn offers a wide variety of products for breast
feeding, as well as much needed advice and tips for the mother
and child. Visit http://www.DoubleBreastPumps.com!
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