http://www.sheknows.com/ Sun, 19 May 2013 21:18:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/994139/danica-mckellar-breast-fed-her-son-until-he-was-2-1-2 Danica McKellar was just a kid when we first met her, but she is now a mom — and she's the type of parent she wants to be. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/994139/danica-mckellar-breast-fed-her-son-until-he-was-2-1-2 Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Jaclyn Brandt Fri, 05 Apr 2013 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987077/how-to-boost-your-breast-milk-supply Some moms worry their breast milk supply dips more than they would like — so what can they do? Breastfeeding experts — and seasoned moms — share what works best. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987077/how-to-boost-your-breast-milk-supply Parenting New Moms First baby care Monica Beyer Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/985877/tandem-breastfeeding Breastfeeding one baby is a beautiful feat in and of itself, but some moms make nursing two kids look easy. When you’re still nursing a baby or toddler and become pregnant again, sometimes the older one isn’t interested in weaning, and so begins a nursing relationship that develops not only between Mom and Baby, but also Baby and Sibling. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/985877/tandem-breastfeeding Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Monica Beyer Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/985459/selling-vs-donating-breast-milk If a mom has excess breast milk, is she within her rights to try to sell it, or should it always be donated? We explore both sides to find out how moms feel about the practice of selling breast milk. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/985459/selling-vs-donating-breast-milk Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Monica Beyer Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/987225/less-common-foods-to-avoid-when-breastfeeding When we decide to have a child, we sacrifice our bodies and our diets throughout both pregnancy and breastfeeding. Though we know not to drink caffeine and eat spicy foods, what else should we avoid when breastfeeding? http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/987225/less-common-foods-to-avoid-when-breastfeeding Food & Recipes Healthy Recipes & Nutrition Nutrition & Diet Tips Sarah Brooks Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984399/breastfeeding-shouldnt-hurt Repeat after me: Breastfeeding shouldn't hurt. Ever. A little preparation, help and support goes a long way toward preventing common breastfeeding problems. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984399/breastfeeding-shouldnt-hurt Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Ami Burns Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982339/stop-wasting-your-time-on-parenting-books New parents don’t have to shun all parenting books before having their first child, but take it from all of the sleep-deprived out there: Whatever you think you’ve learned about babies by reading parenting books will not be available for recall anywhere in your brain once your newborn finally arrives. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982339/stop-wasting-your-time-on-parenting-books Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Fri, 22 Feb 2013 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981477/does-breastfeeding-define-motherhood It was “easy” to park yourself on the couch with your first child, nursing almost non-stop at times. Being that dedicated the second time around is more challenging when your first child needs your attention too. Is there a way to make peace with the bottle if nursing exclusively isn’t in the cards? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981477/does-breastfeeding-define-motherhood Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819215/Why-moms-choose-to-breastfeed Breastfeeding is an intensely personal decision — one you must make before your labor begins and you are presented with a hungry newborn. You might be surprised to find that there are very few cons, even in the face of stumbling blocks in your path to do what's right for you and your baby. Find out more about why moms choose to breastfeed their babies. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819215/Why-moms-choose-to-breastfeed Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981179/how-can-dad-support-the-breastfeeding-mom Breastfeeding is the mom’s domain, right? Well, yes, but she needs a network of support to be successful, and her partner is one of the main folks in her life that can help her the most. We talk with breastfeeding experts — and moms — on how a dad can help support his breastfeeding partner. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981179/how-can-dad-support-the-breastfeeding-mom Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Monica Beyer Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978781/benefits-of-breastfeeding-during-the-holidays Christmas with a baby or toddler is always more interesting than without, but if you’re breastfeeding your little one, there are benefits beyond food that come into play when you’re celebrating the holidays. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978781/benefits-of-breastfeeding-during-the-holidays Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Thu, 15 Nov 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/976577/breastfeeding-myths-debunked If you’re expecting a baby and plan to breastfeed, chances are you’ve heard one or more statements about nursing that simply aren’t true. We chatted with a breastfeeding expert to help allay any concerns you have about breastfeeding your baby and help you get off on the right start. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/976577/breastfeeding-myths-debunked Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Tue, 30 Oct 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/974657/bottle-vs-breast-new-book-on-how-we-feed-our-babies How you choose to feed your baby shouldn’t be a decision that defines you as a mother. Unfortunately, the mainstream mommy culture can be pretty unforgiving when it comes to formula-feeding moms. Whether you choose to breastfeed, formula-feed or a combination of both, the bottom line is that you are caring for your baby. Isn’t that what really matters? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/974657/bottle-vs-breast-new-book-on-how-we-feed-our-babies Parenting New Moms First baby care Sherri Kuhn Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/849419/why-you-should-breastfeed-your-toddler If you've made it a full year breastfeeding your baby, you are doing great. But the benefits to nursing — for both you and your little one — don't end when her first 12 months do, especially during the winter months when colds and the flu run rampant. Read on to learn why you should continue breastfeeding and a few tips on what to say to those who may raise their eyebrows. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/849419/why-you-should-breastfeed-your-toddler Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969969/breastfeeding-man-seeks-to-be-a-la-leche-league-leader Trevor MacDonald is like any other parent — he loves his child and wants what is best for him. What makes him incredibly unique is the fact that he is a transgender man and breastfeeds his baby. He is now hoping to become a La Leche League leader — read on to learn more about his story. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969969/breastfeeding-man-seeks-to-be-a-la-leche-league-leader Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Thu, 23 Aug 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968951/what-are-baby-friendly-hospitals The term “baby friendly” sounds wonderful, but you may not be 100 percent sure what it means. Here’s a quick rundown on what would make a hospital "baby friendly" and why it would be a good choice for you and your baby. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968951/what-are-baby-friendly-hospitals Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Monica Beyer Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969015/boy-scout-committee-chair-dismissed-for-breastfeeding Tess Kinker of Alliance, Ohio, was recently dismissed from her post as committee chair for her son’s Boy Scout pack. Kinker says it's because she was breastfeeding her baby during the meetings. Read on for her story. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/969015/boy-scout-committee-chair-dismissed-for-breastfeeding Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Monica Beyer Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968369/tandem-nursing-breastfeeding-for-two Mariana breastfed her daughter through her second pregnancy, and then she nursed them both after her son was born. Read on to learn why she is such an amazing, hands-on mother in this and many more ways. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968369/tandem-nursing-breastfeeding-for-two Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Fri, 10 Aug 2012 15:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968483/is-14-too-young-to-learn-about-breastfeeding Along with sex ed, why not learn about breastfeeding in school? Students in the Liverpool area in England are. What do you think about it? Read on and decide for yourself. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968483/is-14-too-young-to-learn-about-breastfeeding Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer Thu, 02 Aug 2012 16:45:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967863/bloomberg-aims-to-up-nycs-breastfeeding-rates Michael Bloomberg, mayor of New York City, has caused a stir with “Latch On NYC” — a mandate to keep formula marketing away from new mothers in the city’s hospitals. Formula will still be available for moms who make that choice, but healthcare workers won't just offer it anymore. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/967863/bloomberg-aims-to-up-nycs-breastfeeding-rates Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Monica Beyer