Breastfeeding Resources & Support

What is your favorite breastfeeding specialty store?

Many mothers decide to see a lactation consultant to have a breastfeeding check-up and to make sure that all is OK with their positioning and latch-ons. Others may have more serious problems. What are some indications that you need to see a lactation consultant?

Review of Medela Bamboo Nursing Camisole

Keeping your sex life strong and nursing a baby at the same time? It sounds like the beginning of a joke, but it is possible, How can you feel sexy when you're lactating? Sometimes it's as simple as wearing the right bra. Here are some pieces to keep it steamy in the bedroom...in between feedings, of course.

What are some things breastfeeding Moms need to know about dealing with the holiday season? Here are some strategies for getting through the holidays with a smile.

Support systems are one of the key elements to successful breastfeeding. Partners have a very important role, even if they're not putting the baby to the breast. What can they do to help and support the breastfeeding mom?

Review of Shari Criso's "Simply Breastfeeding" DVD.

Will my health insurance cover my lactation consultation? Will my health insurance cover any other breastfeeding service or supplies that I might need?

<p>Finding the perfect nursing bra may seem like a daunting task for a new breastfeeding Mom. Taking in to consideration the fact that her breasts have grown yet again, fitting in to something truly comfortable and supportive may seem like something dreams are made of. Well, here's some great news: gone are the days of dowdy, unsupportive nursing bras.

The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Advocacy is holding World Breastfeeding Week from August 1 to 7. It is an annual international event alerting the world to the benefits of breastfeeding and breast milk.

What is the history of the Code and how is it enforced? How does the United States compare to other countries? What is the Innocenti Declaration? Here are answers to all of these questions and more.

How does a hospital or birthing center become "Baby-Friendly?" Here's information on the process.

What is the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative?

What is a lactation consultant? Here is information on how one can help you if you need any information on or assistance with breastfeeding.

Information on how to get help with breastfeeding issues or problems

What is the worst breastfeeding comment you've ever received? Has a total stranger or a family member or friend made a mean, invasive or rude comment about your breastfeeding? Tell us the story! See submissions

Pictures of newborns, babies, toddlers and older children breastfeeding.