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Breastfeeding your infant can protect you from several diseases that may occur after your childbearing years. Women who choose to breastfeed also have a lower risk of developing certain cancers compared to moms who opt-out. Perhaps the most immediate benefit of all is it helps you regain your body shape.

Before I became pregnant, I didn't know a lot about pregnancy, and I knew even less about breastfeeding. However, when I did find out I was pregnant, I immediately knew I wanted to breastfeed.

There are a variety of reasons why women cannot breastfeed or don’t want to. In recent years, more and more women are choosing to nurse because of its many benefits. However, despite awareness, some barriers prevent women from choosing this option.

Breastmilk can be a practical solution for many parents. Breastfeeding benefits like taking advantage of the nutritional value, and the practical value of milk readily made, make breastmilk a strong choice for many young families.

Looking at the options of breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or a combination, requires some objective thinking, but after all the cards have been placed on the table, it remains a personal choice for each individual mother and the family's lifestyle.

So you're ready to breastfeed, but where do you start? After all the research you've done, your head might be swirling with finding a launch point.

You may still have a plethora of questions about this seemingly mysterious feeding world. We will go over a few frequently asked questions to get you even more set up for breastfeeding success.

You may be curious if you can and cannot eat foods, if certain things you eat change your milk, and if certain foods can amplify or slow down milk production.

I was instinctively drawn to midwifery. Despite my limiting thoughts, I was open and willing to find one because I wanted to experience a natural home birth.

The world of breastfeeding is expansive. Some moms have no issues with breastfeeding. Their little ones immediately latch, and their milk supply is ample, while other moms experience latching issues and wavering milk supply.

Pregnancy cravings and aversions can be silly, entertaining, indulgent, and frustrating. Let yourself give in to the cravings every now and then, and try to eat an overall balanced diet.

Wondering what to get people for Christmas this year? New and expectant parents can be tough to shop for, but don’t worry - KeaBabies has you covered! Check out our list for some great ideas for everyone on your list!