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The Lactivist Lens is designed to help you find the information you need about issues related to breastfeeding. We'll help you find information about what medicates are safe to take while breastfeeding, how to deal with common breastfeeding problems and where to go for help and support. We'll also point you toward information on controversial topics like breastfeeding in public, tandem nursing and extended breastfeeding.

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KellyMom
KellyMom is one of the best all-around sites devoted to all things breastfeeding. The site features advice on common breastfeeding problems, information about the latest research studies and even discussion forums for readers that need more information.
La Leche League
The official home page of La Leche League International, a breastfeeding support group designed to provide an environment for women to feel comfortable getting questions about breastfeeding answered.
Dr. Hale's Breastfeeding Medications Forum
Discuss forum run by Dr. Thomas Hale and covering all issues related to the use of prescription and non-prescription drugs while breastfeeding.
Human Milk Banking Association of North America
The official site for the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA). This site has excellent information on the history of milk banking, how to become a breast milk donor and an up to date listing of all current North American milk banks.

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Medications and Mother's Milk: A Manual of Lactational Pharmacology

Definitive reference book on which medications and prescriptions can be safely taken while breastfeeding and which should be avoided.

Amazon Price: (as of 12/27/2009) Buy Now

The Breastfeeding Book: Everything You Need to Know About Nursing Your Child from Birth Through Weaning

Great overall book on breastfeeding issues from the wife of popular pediatric author Dr. William Sears. Features information on everything from increasing supply to a father's role in nursing. Easy to read and understand.

Amazon Price: $10.19 (as of 12/27/2009) Buy Now

The Breastfeeding Answer Book

Good overall book on breastfeeding from La Leche League International. Covers issues like babies' growth rates, milk supply and more.

Amazon Price: $54.40 (as of 12/27/2009) Buy Now

The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers : The Most Comprehensive Problem-Solution Guide to Breastfeeding from the Foremost Expert in North America

Written by breastfeeding expert and advocate Dr. Jack Newman, this book focuses on why breastfeeding is the best option for your child and a variety of breastfeeding related issues like sleep patterns, supplemental feedings and extended nursing.

Amazon Price: (as of 12/27/2009) Buy Now

Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession (Breastfeeding (Lawrence))

Features evidence-based information on a range of topics related to breastfeeding. From anatomy to nutrition to psychology this book covers both problems and suggested treatment. Designed to help physicians give thoughtful guidance to breastfeeding mother

Amazon Price: $68.55 (as of 12/27/2009) Buy Now

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