Resources
Having a new baby is exciting but can also make you second-guess yourself and everything you thought you knew! The Breast Start wants to support the information you have learned by providing links to resources and networks that offer both medical and parent supported information. The information posted is not medical advice. If you have a concern about your baby, trust your instincts and seek professional medical advice!
The First 72 Hours!
The time you have been preparing for has arrived and in your arms you hold that little bundle of joy! So what now? Why is he crying? Why won't she stop feeding? Here are a few links that may answer some of your questions in the first couple of days:
www.secretsofbabybehavior.com/2011/02/baby-science-first-72-hours.html?m=1
www.secretsofbabybehavior.com/2011/02/baby-science-first-72-hours.html?m=1
Breastfeeding Tips
Skin-to-Skin-An excellent way to get breastfeeding off to a good start:
http://www.nbci.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=82:the-importance-of-skin-to-skin-contact-&catid=5:information&Itemid=17
http://www.nbci.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=82:the-importance-of-skin-to-skin-contact-&catid=5:information&Itemid=17
Wondering about How Milk is Made? Check out Linda Smith's website. This woman is amazing and a leader in breastfeeding management!
http://www.bflrc.com/ljs/breastfeeding/MakeMilk.html
http://www.bflrc.com/ljs/breastfeeding/MakeMilk.html