Publicity about bedsharing with an infant often raises concerns and warns parents against it. New mothers are left wondering what to do as babies have a biological need to feed during the night and mothers are hardwired to respond. Breastfeeding releases hormones which aid rest and relaxation in the … [Read more...] about Bedsharing, Breastfeeding and the risk of SIDS
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Safe Sleep & the Breastfed Baby
“In most parts of the world... babies sleep close to their mothers, as they have through most of history.” - The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding A baby is born expecting to stay in close contact with his mother night and day, in order to keep safe, warm and well-fed. It is perfectly normal for … [Read more...] about Safe Sleep & the Breastfed Baby