Breastfeeding or lactation supplements may help increase a person’s milk supply when nursing. Usually, lactation supplements contain plant or herbal ingredients. Share on Pinterest There is little ...

Breastfeeding is the best way to give babies the proper nutrients and antibodies they need. Decades of research have shown the many developmental benefits of breastfeeding. But breastfeeding can ...

When it comes to making parenting decisions, it’s not always clear cut what’s the best choice. How you feed your baby can feel like one of these gray areas. During your pregnancy, you may have read ...

Breast milk is the infant’s source of nutrition, but it is also key to establishing a healthy infant gut microbiome. The bacteria in breast milk prevent gut colonization by pathogens and promote the ...

Breast milk is a common food for infants. While breastfeeding rates are rising, many lactating parents supplement breast milk with pumping and/or formula. Breastfeeding, or chestfeeding, has numerous ...

An updated position statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics cites several studies in arguing that all mothers should try "exclusive breastfeeding for about six months." On the surface, it ...

Why is breastfeeding so crucial? In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Payel Biswas Soo, Holistic Perinatal and Lactation Specialist at Milann Fertility and Birthing Hospital in Bangalore's JP Nagar, ...

From the time a child is born till the early years of development, breastmilk plays a significant role in essential nutrition. But how long should you breastfeed your baby? Is it safe for the child to ...

A big decision new moms must make for their little one’s nutrition is breast vs. formula. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says breast milk is the best nutrition for infants. Babies should be ...