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Breastfeeding   

Overview | Recommendations | Side Effects

Alternative names:

Nursing; Lactation

Side Effects

Moms who breastfeed may experience:

  • nipple soreness
  • breast engorgement
  • leaking breasts
  • let-down reflex (other than during breastfeeding)
  • inadequate milk supply
  • difficulty knowing how much milk the baby is drinking

Moms who breastfeed their babies may feel:

  • confused by lack of experience or support
  • afraid or ashamed to ask for help for such a "natural" activity
  • overwhelmed by the time commitment
  • exhausted by the frequent feedings (every 2 to 3 hours, day and night)
  • socially isolated from other relationships and activities
  • frightened by conflicting emotions of enjoyment and resentment

Note: Cow's milk by itself is not an adequate source of complete nutrition for infants. Commercially prepared formulas for bottle feeding are excellent sources of nutrition for babies that do not breastfeed.

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