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Join us for our latest episode<\/a> of So Glad You Asked with Dr. Ruta Nonacs<\/em>.<\/p>\n

In this episode, we talk to four different moms, including our host Allie Hales, about their experiences with infant feeding.\u00a0 Although they had different experiences, what comes through loud and clear is the pressure that many moms feel about breastfeeding and the fact that while breastfeeding is what is recommended, it doesn\u2019t always come easily.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s important to remember that there are many different ways to feed your baby.\u00a0 While the American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical organizations recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a child\u2019s life, breastfeeding does not always work out.\u00a0 In fact, only one in 4 women are able to reach this goal, and that\u2019s OK. There are other, perfectly acceptable options, and the <\/span>right<\/span><\/i> choice is the one that works best for you and your baby.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some things we recommend:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Before you deliver, educate yourself about options for feeding your baby.<\/b>\u00a0 If you want to breastfeed, sit down with your partner and family to think about what you need to make it successful for you, and also consider what other feeding options are acceptable to you.\u00a0 It\u2019s easier to think about and plan for these things when you are not sleep deprived and managing a hungry newborn.<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. If you are having problems with feeding, get support.<\/strong> Talk to your pediatrician, consult with your family and friends.\u00a0 If you are breastfeeding, meeting with a lactation consultant can help understand and improve on some of the technical issues of breastfeeding. <\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Remember that you\u2019re not alone.<\/strong> \u00a0 In a recent study, 92% of new mothers reported having problems with breastfeeding.\u00a0 Most women reported that breastfeeding was more difficult than they had anticipated.\u00a0 That means that, for new moms, breastfeeding difficulties are actually the norm, not the exception.<\/li>\n
    4. Assess the impact of breastfeeding on your mental well-being.<\/strong>\u00a0 If you enjoy breastfeeding and it is going well, that is wonderful.\u00a0 However, if you\u2019re not doing well, that\u2019s not good for you or your baby.\u00a0 Get support if you need it.\u00a0 Your baby doesn\u2019t need every last drop of milk; your baby needs a happy and healthy mom.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Thank you for listening. If you found today\u2019s discussion helpful, please share this episode with someone who might need it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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