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Breastfeeding is a natural phenomenon that will help strengthen the bond between you and your newborn baby. Its benefits are highly documented. Your baby will receive the perfect level of nutrition from your breast milk and you will receive the physical and psychological benefits that come from knowing you are providing the most essential ingredients to your baby. Your body is developed for breastfeeding and your baby is born with an ability to latch onto you and begin sucking. However, it is quite common to experience some challenges when you first begin breastfeeding. Don't give up, seek advice and help -- and you and your baby will profit!

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sofian says:

nice info

Posted February 09, 2012

thrivingmom says:

I breastfed all 3 of my kids.

Posted October 08, 2011

Tipi says:

I loved breast feeding all my children

Posted May 11, 2011

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I am ALL for it! Also check out http://www.squidoo.com/breast_is_best Great lens!

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If you are a soon-to-be mother, you may be experiencing a bit of anxiety about breastfeeding your newborn baby. Perhaps you have heard the stories of mothers who were simply unable to feed their baby. While this does happen on occasion, remember that breastfeeding is one of the more natural experiences you will ever have. Your body is made with breastfeeding in mind. For example, did you know that your breasts begin making milk for your baby weeks before your baby is born? If you're worried about the baby's ability to feed from you, don't be! They are born with a natural sucking reflex that will allow them to begin eating almost immediately. For more information on why breastfeeding is a good choice for you and your baby, click here:

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zoloftanddepression Aug 5, 2011 @ 4:55 pm | delete

There are several reasons why mothers should breast feed their infants. One of which is that it could promote maternal bonding, and another is that it increases an infants resistance to common infections. However, some others might choose to file a lawsuit if their babies were born with Zoloft birth defects. These zoloft defects are one of the many ill side effects of taking the drug zoloft.

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topamaxbirthdefects Aug 5, 2011 @ 4:35 pm | delete

Great lens especially about breastfeeding! I've always believed that breastfeeding is best for babies coz not only does it boost their immune system it also creates a special bond between mother and daughter. I am just sad for mothers who are taking medications during their pregnancy because it would lessen their chance of breastfeeding their baby as it could be disastrous. An example are mothers taking Topamax for epilepsy treatment or prevention of migraine headaches. The drug has been associated with birth defects of late, thus, Topamax lawsuits are started to be filed around the country.

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seedlingspublishinggroup May 12, 2011 @ 3:52 pm | delete

I am an advocate for breastfeeding, too. I'd like to invite you to check out my breastfeeding lens if you have time =) http://www.squidoo.com/the-breastfeeding-movement

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Tipi May 11, 2011 @ 10:01 pm | delete

I sure wish I had known all this back when I was nursing my children. The video has amazing tips. What an excellent resource you have created here!

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Evelyn_Saenz Aug 25, 2009 @ 9:04 am | delete

Breastfeeding is best for both the child and the mother.

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