In 1986, Linda J. Smith wrote an article titled, “How to Make Breastfeeding Difficult.” More recently, the article has been posted on several contemporary web sites. Why is it that a tongue-in-cheek article enjoys such popularity 30 years after it was written? 
  
Join Marie and her guest, Linda J. Smith MPH, IBCLC, FACCE, FILCA, as they review outdated information, unsubstantiated advice, and derogatory comments from healthcare professionals, family and others. If you’ve been led to believe that sore nipples are “normal”, or that the baby must “get used to” a bottle, or that you don’t have enough milk to grow your baby, stay tuned while Marie and Linda debunk these and other decades-old yet contemporary myths. If you’ve been bombarded by these or many other baseless comments that undermine your confidence or make breastfeeding difficult for you, stay tuned for a very lively discussion.

In 1986, Linda J. Smith wrote an article titled, “How to Make Breastfeeding Difficult.” More recently, the article has been posted on several contemporary web sites. Why is it that a tongue-in-cheek article enjoys such popularity 30 years after it was written? Join Marie and her guest, Linda J. Smith MPH, IBCLC, FACCE, FILCA, as they review outdated information, unsubstantiated advice, and derogatory comments from healthcare professionals, family and others. If you’ve been led to believe that sore nipples are “normal”, or that the baby must “get used to” a bottle, or that you don’t have enough milk to grow your baby, stay tuned while Marie and Linda debunk these and other decades-old yet contemporary myths. If you’ve been bombarded by these or many other baseless comments that undermine your confidence or make breastfeeding difficult for you, stay tuned for a very lively discussion.

30 Years Later: This is STILL How to Make Breastfeeding Difficult

Every new mother hears that breast is best. Many decide to breastfeed so their baby has the best. But soon after birth, the days are often fraught with sleep deprivation and conflicting messages from peers, family members, and health care professionals. Later, negative messages from the media and critical comments from family members and others may trigger mothers to question their decision. Feelings of inadequacy, intimidation and societal pressure to wean can cause mothers to give up breastfeeding before meeting their goals.
The aim of this show is to empower parents to overcome the barriers that keep them from beginning or continuing to breastfeed. Through discussion of hospital practices, milk supply, medications, returning to work, milk storage options, and more, this show will provide an informed and supportive voice for new families and established families, so that they can take charge of their breastfeeding experience from conception through weaning.

Every new mother hears that breast is best. Many decide to breastfeed so their baby has the best. But soon after birth, the days are often fraught with sleep deprivation and conflicting messages from peers, family members, and health care professionals. Later, negative messages from the media and critical comments from family members and others may trigger mothers to question their decision. Feelings of inadequacy, intimidation and societal pressure to wean can cause mothers to give up breastfeeding before meeting their goals. The aim of this show is to empower parents to overcome the barriers that keep them from beginning or continuing to breastfeed. Through discussion of hospital practices, milk supply, medications, returning to work, milk storage options, and more, this show will provide an informed and supportive voice for new families and established families, so that they can take charge of their breastfeeding experience from conception through weaning.

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