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Breast Milk Molecule Gives Mom’s Immunity to Baby
Antibody pathway to mammary glands channels protection against intestinal bugs, study says

Interventions to Promote Breast-Feeding Succeed
Education before and after birth helps new moms participate, task force says

Health Tip: Watch Your Diet While Breast-Feeding
What's safe for your baby

Eating Fish, Breast-Feeding Boost Infant Development
Mom's careful choice of foods offers both physical and mental advantages, study says

Eating Fish, Breast-Feeding Boosts Infant Development
Mom's careful choice of foods offers both physical and mental advantages, study says

Babies Who Eat Fish Lower Eczema Risk
Study found doing so before 9 months decreased chances of skin condition by 25%

Calcium Supplements Cut Blood Lead Levels During Pregnancy
Low-cost therapy reduces threat of transfer from mother's bones to fetus or nursing infant

Formula Samples Hinder Breast-Feeding Efforts
Despite recommendations from various groups, many hospitals still giving them to new moms

Taking Codeine While Breast-Feeding May Harm Infant
Nervous systems of babies of women with certain genotype more affected, study finds

Breast-Feeding: The Stress Buster That Lasts for Years
Researchers say mothers milk makes for even-keeled kids