In light of the U.S. Surgeon General’s latest ”Call to Action:” for “Everyone to Help Make Breastfeeding Easier,” this blogpost is as pertinent as ever. I encourage you to read the post, explore this link and pass it on to everyone you know!
http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2011pres/01/20110120a.html
People in a Mother’s Environment Influence Her Breastfeeding Success or Failure”1. WHENEVER YOU SEE A NURSING MOTHER, PRAISE HER FOR HER CHOICE TO BREASTFEED. For new mothers, the first few weeks can be a challenging adjustment, but difficulties do not mean failure. Persistence will result in success and many, many precious moments. (If a new mother has questions or doubts, encourage her to seek help from informed and knowledgeable professi … Read More
via Granny Pants Speaks About Children & Food
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