8 breastfeeding tips every mother should know
Often, moms have questions or concerns about breastfeeding. Lactation consultant Yuliana Torres, CLC, IBCLC and birthcare manager Rachel Hurst, BSN, RN at Hillcrest Medical Center, share their advice for common breastfeeding questions.
• Why should I breastfeed?
Breastfeeding or providing your baby with breast milk helps defend your baby against infections. It helps prevent allergies, sickness and, even, obesity. Breastfeeding your baby decreases your child's risks to a number of chronic diseases like certain cancers, diabetes and hypertension.
