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While the birth of a baby is definitely the hardest part of a woman s pregnancy, the labor doesn t actually end with the labor. The post-partum journey begins as soon as the mother holds the baby for the first time and begins to feed for the first.
How does Breastfeeding feel?
Breastfeeding is an extremely personal and gratifying journey for any mother, especially if they have decided to do it all naturally. While it doesn t come easy or naturally to all mothers, more so at the begi...more
How does Breastfeeding feel?
Breastfeeding is an extremely personal and gratifying journey for any mother, especially if they have decided to do it all naturally. While it doesn t come easy or naturally to all mothers, more so at the begi...more
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When should you start?
Breastfeeding should ideally start soon after your baby is born. This may be before they are weighed, bathed and dressed. It doesn t matter whether child is born normally or via a caesarean section
What to do if your baby will not latch on?
If your baby will not latch on or suckle within the first hour:
Express colostrum directly into your baby's mouth or give it by teaspoon or cup. This can stimulate your baby to seek the breast.
Gently strok...more
Breastfeeding should ideally start soon after your baby is born. This may be before they are weighed, bathed and dressed. It doesn t matter whether child is born normally or via a caesarean section
What to do if your baby will not latch on?
If your baby will not latch on or suckle within the first hour:
Express colostrum directly into your baby's mouth or give it by teaspoon or cup. This can stimulate your baby to seek the breast.
Gently strok...more
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World breastfeeding week 2020 (1st to 7th August)!
It's an annual celebration which is being held every year from 1 to 7 august in more than 120 countries. The theme of world breastfeeding week 2020 is support breastfeeding for a healthier planet . In line with this theme, who and unicef are calling on governments to protect and promote women's access to skilled breastfeeding counselling, a critical component of breastfeeding support.
It's an annual celebration which is being held every year from 1 to 7 august in more than 120 countries. The theme of world breastfeeding week 2020 is support breastfeeding for a healthier planet . In line with this theme, who and unicef are calling on governments to protect and promote women's access to skilled breastfeeding counselling, a critical component of breastfeeding support.
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
World Breast Feeding Week is observed every year (the 1st week of August) to make people aware of the need for nursing a baby with mother s milk. Breastfeeding provides the child with vital nutrients in the right proportion. It also does a lot for the mother, including stabilizing her moods, preventing postpartum depression and reducing cancer and diabetes risks.
While most mothers research what they should be eating during this time, not many are aware that it is just as important to a...more
While most mothers research what they should be eating during this time, not many are aware that it is just as important to a...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
The first 4 to 6 weeks are essential for any mother for breastfeeding. This is the time when the mother is producing a healthy supply of breast milk. For most mothers, the supply of breast milk is normal after the first few weeks. But for those mothers whose milk supply is low, it can be increased by taking the following steps.
Increase the amount of breastfeeding - You can increase the amount of breast milk by breastfeeding more. This is because your body produces breast milk based on ...more
Increase the amount of breastfeeding - You can increase the amount of breast milk by breastfeeding more. This is because your body produces breast milk based on ...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Breast milk provides the ideal nutrition for infants. It has a nearly perfect mix of vitamins, protein, and fat -- everything your baby needs to grow. And it's all provided in a form more easily digested than infant formula. Breast milk contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria.
So what does breastfeeding do for the mother? Read on to find out.
Benefits of breastfeeding for the mother
The reason doctors recommend breastfeeding is that it can imp...more
So what does breastfeeding do for the mother? Read on to find out.
Benefits of breastfeeding for the mother
The reason doctors recommend breastfeeding is that it can imp...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
The 7 days between 1st August to 7th August will be observed as the World Breastfeeding Week this year. It is organized by the WHO every year and governments, NGOs and individuals across the world participate. The goal is to increase awareness about the importance of breastfeeding for both mother and child.
In this article, we will take a look at the ways breastfeeding can be beneficial for a child.
Reasons why a child should be breastfed-
If you are a mother who has b...more
In this article, we will take a look at the ways breastfeeding can be beneficial for a child.
Reasons why a child should be breastfed-
If you are a mother who has b...more
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Ayurvedic Doctor•Lakhimpur Kheri
Breastfeeding is widely recommended by healthcare professionals because it has numerous benefits for both the mother and her baby. Like every year, this year too, we are celebrating World Breastfeeding Week (1st August-7th August). The World Health Organization(WHO) organise this week to emphasise the importance of breastfeeding.
But simply realizing the need for breastfeeding won t do. The mother s diet is of paramount importance. What she eats determines the quality of her milk. Witho...more
But simply realizing the need for breastfeeding won t do. The mother s diet is of paramount importance. What she eats determines the quality of her milk. Witho...more
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