Share on Pinterest A woman may find that the shape of her breasts change permanently following pregnancy. Many women find that their breasts never look exactly the same as they did before pregnancy. They may be smaller or larger, sag or droop more and develop stretch marks. The nipples mayRead More →
During the first 3 to 4 months of life, after swallowing, an inborn reflex automatically triggers suckling. 5 Milk flows more consistently from the bottle than the breast (which has a natural ebb and flow due to milk ejections, or let-downs), so babies tend to consume more milk from theRead More →
Common breastfeeding problems Sore or cracked nipples. Sore nipples usually happens because your baby is not well positioned and attached at the breast. … Not enough breast milk. … Breast engorgement. … Baby is not latching on properly. … Too much breast milk. … Breastfeeding and thrush. … Blocked milkRead More →
Breast milk contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria. Breastfeeding lowers your baby’s risk of having asthma or allergies. Plus, babies who are breastfed exclusively for the first 6 months, without any formula, have fewer ear infections, respiratory illnesses, and bouts of diarrhea. Can I exclusivelyRead More →