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… Topic Overview What is breastfeeding? Breastfeeding is feeding a baby … So can friends, family, and breastfeeding support groups. How do you plan for … may reduce nipple soreness. Also, start each new feeding with the opposite breast you …
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… most common during the first 6 months of breastfeeding, especially during the baby's … helps prevent mastitis. Mastitis can leave a new mother feeling very tired and run-down. Add … breastfeeding, you can get more help and support from your doctor or a lactation …
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… the birth. How can you manage pain? Having a support person, trying different positions, or … surprised if you have some trouble at first. Breastfeeding is something you and your baby … Williams Obstetrics , 23rd ed., pp. 511–526. New York: McGraw-Hill. Lawrence A, et al. …
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… to her baby during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding. HIV doesn't survive well outside … for has: Seizures . Loss of consciousness . New weakness in an arm, a leg, or one side of … Don't be afraid to ask for the emotional support you need. If your family and friends …
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… active role in managing a health condition. Breastfeeding: Planning Ahead Fitness: Walking … go through a lot on the way to creating a new person. Normal physical changes and … Sleep on your side, using pillows to support your belly and between your knees. …
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… the personal changes that come with having a new baby. It gives you emotional support and helps you solve problems and set … an antidepressant for postpartum depression. Breastfeeding offers many emotional and …
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… depression in the past, not having good support, or having a lot of other stress. What … you start taking an antidepressant. Many new moms feel down, anxious, or grumpy in the … trying a CAM treatment. Antidepressants and breastfeeding You can still breastfeed while …
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… hospital, you may become overwhelmed with new emotions and information. You and your … of your thoughts and feelings. Join a support group. If your hospital has a support … you and answer your questions. If you're breastfeeding, you may be asked to spend the …
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… less tired. Drink extra fluids if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will tell you how to … feel exhausted from a lack of sleep and your new responsibilities. Many women get the "baby … depression. This needs to be treated. Support groups and counselling can help. …
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… baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or while breastfeeding (breastfeeding is not recommended … that you and your partner(s) are offered support and follow-up. In the event of a … other sexually transmitted infections; use new needles and other drug-injecting equipment …
