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	Nicki Heskin BellaOnline's Breastfeeding Editor

Breastfeeding 101 [offsite link]
An article by Cindy Curtis RN, IBCLC that addresses the questions "How do I get started?" and "What do I need?"

Breastfeeding and Afterbirth Pain
Many women who plan to breastfeed are unprepared for the afterbirth pain that accompanies nursing in the first few days after birth.

Breastfeeding Babies to Sleep
Many books and well-meaning family and friends tell breastfeeding mothers not to breastfeed their babies to sleep, for fear of creating a "bad habit." So are they right? Here's my thoughts on why it's perfectly natural and appropriate to breastfeed your baby to sleep.

Breastfeeding primer [offsite link]
66 Strategies to Get Breastfeeding Right, by Debbi Donovan, IBCLC. Includes information on making the decision to breastfeed, what you need to know the first weeks, and other topics that will help get your breastfeeding relationship off to a good start.

Choices that can affect breastfeeding [offsite link]
This article by Andrea Eastman, MA, CCE discusses how different obstetric interventions can directly or indirectly influence the initiation and duration of breastfeeding.

Choosing a Nursing Position
A summary of the types of nursing positions and tips on when to choose a particular position and the basics of each.

Do I Need to Increase My Milk Supply?
Before worrying about *how* to increase milk supply, a common question among nursing mothers, take a moment to stop and determine whether actively increasing supply is really necessary.

Epidurals and Breastfeeding
Epidurals during labor can affect breastfeeding success in several ways. Basic information and links to an important study on the effect of epidurals on breastfeeding.

Is My Newborn Getting Enough?
Important ways to determine whether your newborn is getting enough milk and growing properly in those critical first days of breastfeeding. Four key points and links to further resources.

Nursing in the Side-Lying Position
The side-lying position can help mothers get more sleep. Here's some tips and information on nursing lying down.

Scheduled Feedings and Breastfeeding
Scheduled feedings, such as described in Ezzo's "On Becoming Babywise," can cause significant health problems in some babies. Learn more about scheduled feedings and on-cue feedings. Includes links to AAP recommendations and alerts on this topic.

Swaddling and Breastfeeding
Swaddling is an essential baby care technique that too many parents pass up due to inadequate information. Swaddling can enhance breastfeeding success and increase sleep for baby and family.

The Importance of Avoiding Formula
Find out why you should avoid feeding your baby formula.

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