Science indicates that breastfeeding is healthy for babies (and their moms). From breast cancer risk reduction for mom to a thriving infant, breastfeeding is a great way to promote health. But as it turns out, there may be -additional- benefits when a -nursing mother- does one additional thing: exercise! Here's why. Exercise and Breast Milk Quality - When mothers exercise during pregnancy, -they help...
Most of us can, medical professionals included, agree that breastfeeding is generally the best option for babies. Obviously, some of us need to use other options for any one of a number of reasons that make -breastfeeding difficult. And no one should ever feel ashamed of not breastfeeding. But there are health benefits to breastfeeding that are hard to ignore and one that was recently discovered which...
Breastfeeding a newborn doesn’t come as naturally as many new mothers may imagine. But does that mean moms should abandon the idea of newborn breastfeeding altogether? Certainly not! - What it does mean is that moms wanting to breastfeed their newborn need to know a few things about newborn breastfeeding before they start actually trying to breastfeed their newborn. This will help create realistic...
The world we live in is unfortunately filled with far too many stigmas. Judgemental mindsets cast over society and create shameful, illegitimate motives. Over the next couple of months I will focus on several stigmas related to health and wellness that oftentimes go under the radar. It’s important to comprehend these forms of unwarranted negativity. Everyone needs to do their part in alleviating the...