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Kelly Preston and “Extended” Breastfeeding
As someone who didn’t want to breastfeed past six months (and feared embarrassment), I can understand where some of the comments (230+ and counting!) are coming from with regards to Kelly Preston’s news that she is nursing 16-month old Benjamin … Continue reading
Booby Traps Series: Did your hospital provide enough access to an IBCLC?
This is the 38th post in a series on Booby Traps, made possible by the generous support of Motherlove Herbal Company. It’s a common complaint I hear: “I really needed help. I asked to see a lactation consultant, but she … Continue reading
I Was Harassed for Nursing in Public (NIP) what do I do?
Make your complaint known to the establishment. Report it to the corporate office, or customer relations. Call AND send an email. Keep record of when you called, who you spoke with, and what the reaction was every step of … Continue reading
Kelly Preston is Still Breastfeeding 16 month old Benjamin, Finds it “Healing”
“I am still breastfeeding Benjamin and it has been incredibly rewarding and healing. It gives me so much joy to breastfeed him and I am so grateful that I am able to do it. He loves it too! Mother’s milk … Continue reading
Booby Traps Series: Booby Traps in the NICU
This is the 37th in a series on Booby Traps, made possible by the generous support of Motherlove Herbal Company. For several months I’ve been writing about Booby Traps found in the hospital for healthy, full term babies. But as … Continue reading
Jenna Elfman, Kelly Preston & Laila Ali to Host First Ever Breastfeeding & Toxin-free Living Event, April 14, 2012
Babes, April 14th is a great day for moms and babies! Actresses Jenna Elfman, Kelly Preston and former boxer Laila Ali, in partnership with non-profits Best for Babes and Healthy Child Healthy World, will host the first-ever celebrity-driven event to … Continue reading
Booby Traps Series: Were you sold out for a sandwich? Formula company gifts and incentive programs in hospitals
This is the 36th post in a series on Booby Traps, made possible by the generous support of Motherlove Herbal Company. When I started began my first job working in a hospital, my IBCLC mentor explained what happened at the … Continue reading
Booby Traps Series: Delayed umbilical cord clamping protects breastfed babies
This is the 35th in a series on Booby Traps, made possible by the generous support of Motherlove Herbal Company. A few years ago, in preparation for the birth of my daughter, I re-read my birth plan for my son, … Continue reading
Breastfeeding, The Mother of All Causes, Needs Runners!
A few weeks ago, I ran a half-marathon in the name of the Mother of All Causes –without any prior planning OR training. None. Sure I run, but it’s been 20 years since I ran more than 7 miles in … Continue reading
Booby Traps Series: Two out of three hospitals market formula to new moms, but the tide is turning
This is the 34th in a series on Booby Traps, made possible by the generous support of Motherlove Herbal Company. The formula “gift bags” given out by hospitals in my area (until recently) were easy to spot. I saw them … Continue reading
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