Resources
Helpful guides and documents to support you on your feeding journey.
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Breastfeeding Report Card
Comprehensive data and statistics on breastfeeding rates and support across the United States. A valuable reference for...
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Baby's Second Day
What to expect on your baby's second day of life, including normal feeding patterns, sleep behaviors, and important sign...
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Breastfeeding in Emergency Situations
Guidance on how to continue breastfeeding during emergencies, natural disasters, or unexpected circumstances. Includes t...
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Breast Pump Kit Cleaning Guide
Step-by-step instructions for properly cleaning and sanitizing your breast pump kit to ensure safe milk collection and s...
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Calming a Crying Newborn
Effective techniques and strategies for soothing a fussy or crying newborn, including swaddling, white noise, and comfor...
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Colostrum First
Learn about the importance of colostrum, your baby's first food. Understand its unique benefits and why every drop count...
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Diaper Bag Essentials
A helpful checklist of must-have items for your diaper bag when traveling with your breastfed baby.
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Safe Bedsharing and Breastfeeding
Evidence-based guidelines from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine on safe sleep practices when bedsharing with your b...
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Physiologic Infant Care
Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine guidelines on natural, physiologic care practices that support breastfeeding and infan...
Hand Expression of Breastmilk
Learn the technique of hand expressing breastmilk - a valuable skill for relieving engorgement, collecting milk, and mai...
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Infant Hunger Cues
Recognize early, mid, and late hunger cues in your baby. Learning these signs helps you feed your baby before they becom...
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Newborn Feeding Log
A printable tracking sheet to record your baby's feedings, wet diapers, and dirty diapers in the early days and weeks.
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Preparation of Breast Milk
Guidelines for safely storing, thawing, and preparing expressed breast milk for feeding your baby.
Signs of a Good Feeding
How to tell if your baby is getting enough milk during breastfeeding. Includes visual cues and indicators of effective f...
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Colecho Seguro y Lactancia (Spanish)
Guías de la Academia de Medicina de Lactancia sobre prácticas seguras de sueño compartido con su bebé lactante. (Safe Be...
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Cuidado Fisiológico del Bebé (Spanish)
Guías de la Academia de Medicina de Lactancia sobre prácticas de cuidado natural y fisiológico. (Physiologic Infant Care...
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Survival Guide for the First Two Weeks
Essential tips and expectations for navigating the first two weeks of breastfeeding. A reassuring guide for new parents.
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Weaning Your Breastfeeding Baby
Gentle approaches to weaning when you and your baby are ready. Includes tips for gradual weaning and managing your milk...