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Breastfeed Your Baby: Quick Guide to Healthy Living

Also available in: Spanish 

If you can, breastfeed your baby for the first 6 to 12 months. Breast milk has just the right amount of nutrients to help your baby grow and stay healthy.... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Eat Healthy While Breastfeeding: Quick Tips

Get tips on making healthy food choices to help you and your baby get the nutrients you need.... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Breastfeeding: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find answers to frequently asked questions about breastfeeding, such as how long a mother should breastfeed and when a baby should start eating solid foods.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Health & Nutrition Information for Pregnant & Breastfeeding Women

When you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have special nutritional needs. Find advice to help you and your baby stay healthy.... Details >

Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture

An Easy Guide to Breastfeeding for American Indian and Alaska Native Families - (PDF)

This publication provides information and encouragement to American Indian and Alaska Native women on breastfeeding. It explains the benefits for baby, mom and society, and also provides frequently as... Details >

Office on Women's Health

Break Time for Nursing Mothers

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act require employers to provide reasonable break time for an employee to express breast milk for her nursing child for one year after the child’s birth each... Details >

U.S. Department of Labor

Breast Milk: How to Pump and Store It  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

Learning how to pump and store breast milk can make returning to work easier and less stressful. It does require some work, but if you have a plan, it can be done. This article provides information ab... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  External Link

Breast Problems in Women  External Link

Answer questions on a flow chart that describe breast problems experienced by women--lumps, pain, discharge or skin problems that signal both minor and more serious problems. Follow the flow chart to... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  External Link

Breastfeeding

Also available in: Spanish 

The experience of breastfeeding is special for so many reasons – the joyful bonding with your baby, the cost savings, and the health benefits for both mother and baby. Read this article for tips and s... Details >

Office on Women's Health

Breastfeeding Holds

Here are some helpful ways to get comfortable and support your baby in finding a good latch.... Details >

Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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