Breastfeeding

Moms are flashing their babies—and their reactions are adorable

Moms are flashing their babies—and their reactions are adorable

Yup, you read that right, moms are randomly showing their babies their boobs, and the reactions are equal parts cute and hilarious!

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15 Easy and Healthy Breastfeeding Meal Ideas

15 Easy and Healthy Breastfeeding Meal Ideas

Looking for breastfeeding recipes? We've rounded up healthy and easy meals for breastfeeding moms. Bonus: They're tasty, too.

Alex Mlynek

What to do if your baby falls asleep while nursing

What to do if your baby falls asleep while nursing

If your baby falls asleep while breastfeeding, you may be worried about if he's getting enough milk. Here's what's normal and when you should worry.

Teresa Pitman

Letting your baby nap in your arms isn’t a bad habit

Letting your baby nap in your arms isn’t a bad habit

After hours of crying, feeding or fussing, the blessed relief of a sleeping baby in an exhausted parent’s arms isn't something anyone wants to mess with.

Claire Lawrence

15 cool breastfeeding facts

15 cool breastfeeding facts

Boobs are pretty amazing. Here are some fun breastfeeding facts.

Emily Rivas

I was turned on by breastfeeding—am I a freak?

I was turned on by breastfeeding—am I a freak?

This taboo “benefit” of breastfeeding happens way more than people are willing to admit, but how normal is it? An expert weighs in on this mom's story.

Claire Lawrence

9 new baby and kid products our editors are loving this month

9 new baby and kid products our editors are loving this month

From a palm-sized breast pump to a toy that prevents your kids from trashing the house, parents are going to love these new parenting product launches.

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Why did no one tell me how hard it is to stop breastfeeding?

Why did no one tell me how hard it is to stop breastfeeding?

There's plenty of info out there about how to breastfeed successfully. But when it comes to stopping, where's all the help?

Amy Klein

Can weaning your baby cause maternal depression?

Can weaning your baby cause maternal depression?

Some women experience a storm of depression-like symptoms and mood swings after weaning their baby and stopping breastfeeding. What's really going on?

Alexandra Frost

14 ways to ease the pain of returning to work after maternity leave

14 ways to ease the pain of returning to work after maternity leave

Returning to work after maternity leave can be stressful, guilt inducing and exhilarating all at once. Here are some tips on coping with the transition.

Amy Green

I exclusively pumped—and there's not enough support for moms like me

I exclusively pumped—and there's not enough support for moms like me

Lactation consultants and hospital staff need to support moms who choose exclusive pumping, instead of making us feel like we’re taking the easy way out.

Megan Piercey Monafu

How to Increase Breast Milk Supply: 7 Foods to Eat

How to Increase Breast Milk Supply: 7 Foods to Eat

There’s no magic potion that will increase your breast milk supply, but some of these foods may help (and the last three certainly will not).

Lauren Ferranti-Ballem

Is it really so bad to nurse a baby to sleep?

Is it really so bad to nurse a baby to sleep?

There’s nothing more peaceful than having your baby doze off during her nighttime feeding—so why do experts discourage breastfeeding your baby to sleep?

Claire Gagne

Amy Schumer pokes fun at her saggy post-baby boobs with this new pic

Amy Schumer pokes fun at her saggy post-baby boobs with this new pic

Not one to shy away from oversharing, celebrity mom Amy Schumer revealed on Instagram that her breasts are #notwheretheyoncewere.

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These vintage photos remind us all that public breastfeeding is nothing new

These vintage photos remind us all that public breastfeeding is nothing new

Shaming women for public breastfeeding continues to flood the news, but these vintage photos prove women have been doing this for centuries.

Kevin John Siazon

It's time to retire the phrase "breast is best" once and for all

It's time to retire the phrase "breast is best" once and for all

“Breast is best” left me feeling broken, ashamed and exhausted. Those feelings explain the backlash against the exclusive-breastfeeding movement.

Kristen Thompson

Do elimination diets while breastfeeding really help fussy babies?

Do elimination diets while breastfeeding really help fussy babies?

Many moms have been told that elimination diets while breastfeeding will result in a happier baby. The science, however, says otherwise.

Jessica Leeder

Where to find breastfeeding support if you're struggling

Where to find breastfeeding support if you're struggling

Nursing isn't easy, and it can have a huge impact on a new mom's mental health. If you need breastfeeding support, check out these online resources.

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The actual cost of breastfeeding (spoiler, it’s not free)

The actual cost of breastfeeding (spoiler, it’s not free)

Putting a baby to your boob costs nothing. But it’s a good idea to be aware of the costs associated with breastfeeding so you can budget accordingly.

Amy Lazar Kleiman

How do you know if your newborn is hungry? Watch for these signs

How do you know if your newborn is hungry? Watch for these signs

Look for these baby hunger signs that signal your newborn is ready to feed. (Hint: If they're crying already, you've likely missed a few cues!)

Sadiya Dendar

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