The Nursing Newbie Guide
Breastfeeding is a universally accepted means of optimal nutrition that promotes a baby’s optimal survival, growth and development. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that babies be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life, with continued breastfeeding for upto two years of age or beyond. While emotional support by family, society, hospital or government policies are crucial, one of the most significant impacts on initiation and establishing of breastfeeding, is how it has been planned.
Nursing can be a powerful and compelling experience for all mums, no matter how different their conception experiences may be—natural conception, assisted conception such as IUI or IVF, surrogacy or adoption. It’s just the that will differ, depending on the circumstances. Here are a few surefire tips to ease your way into breastfeeding...
PLAN YOUR BIRTH
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