Tag: baby
What are the benefits of breastfeeding? According to NICHD’s research on breastfeeding, breastfeeding carries many health benefits for infants and mothers, as well as potential economic and environmental benefits for communities. Among the known health benefits are nutritionally balanced meals, some protection against common childhood infections, and better[…]
In order to get milk from the breast, the baby must latch onto the breast. The word “latch” describes the way a baby takes the breast into his/her mouth. The better the latch, the more easily the baby gets mother’s milk. The following “deep latch technique” can help[…]
During the early weeks optimal positioning is especially important. When you and your baby are well positioned, your nipples stay healthy and your baby can feed most efficiently. Concern about sore nipples is a common reason that mothers contact La Leche League. Proper positioning helps eliminate many cases[…]
