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Breast Milk — This publication contains information on breast milk. It explains why it is better than cow's milk for infants, how breast milk is produced, how to establish, maintain or increase your milk supply, and how to store breast milk.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002451.htm
Breastfeeding 101 (Copyright © ACNM) — This publication outlines the basic steps moms need to take when preparing to breastfeed, as well as issues they may face regarding siblings of the new baby and how to develop family support.

http://www.mymidwife.org/breastfeeding.cfm
Breast Feeding: Hints to Help You Get Off to a Good Start (Copyright © AAFP) — This fact sheet offers helpful hints on successful breastfeeding including the benefits, how to hold your baby, the let-down reflex, preventing and healing sore nipples, signs that your baby is getting enough milk, what to avoid eating and where to get more information on breastfeeding.

http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/women/pregnancy/birth/019.html
Breastfeeding Frequently Asked Questions (Copyright © NMC, INC.) — This on-line resource gives breastfeeding tips on establishing a good milk supply, positioning, engorgement, sore nipples, and signs that breastfeeding is going well.

http://www.nursingmothers.org/html/faq.html
Breastfeeding vs. Formula Feeding (Copyright © Kids Health) — This publication contains information on the benefits of breastfeeding, the pros and cons of bottle-feeding, instructions on how to breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby, as well as answers to common breastfeeding questions.

http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/food/infants/breast_bottle_feeding.html
Breastfeeding Your Baby (Copyright © ACOG) — This on-line resource about breastfeeding contains information on the benefits, facts, getting started, how to breastfeed, diet, sex and birth control, work, and breast health. It also includes a glossary of terms.

http://www.acog.org/publications/patient_education/bp029.cfm
FAQ on Breastfeeding Twins (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides information on breastfeeding twins. It includes positioning techniques, feeding plans, and ways to care for oneself.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/twins.html
Got Mom... (Copyright © ACNM) — GotMom.org was created by the American College of Nurse-Midwives to provide breastfeeding information and resources for mothers and families. It contains information on why breast milk is best, dispels common misunderstandings about breastfeeding, and it provides a list of resources that can help women and families with breastfeeding.

http://www.gotmom.org/
How Can I Increase My Milk Supply? (Copyright © La Leche League International) — This publication explains how to know if you're not producing enough breast milk for your baby and gives tips on increasing your milk supply.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/increase.html
How Can I Tell if My Baby is Getting Enough Milk? (Copyright © La Leche League International) — This publication explains how to look for signs that your baby is getting enough breast milk. It also provides additional resources on milk supply and breastfeeding for more information.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/enough.html
How Do I Wean My Baby? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication explains why it is important to wean your baby slowly off of the breast. It also gives tips for when and how to reduce feedings to make the weaning process easier.

http://www.lalecheleague.org/FAQ/weanhowto.html
How Often Should I Nurse My Baby? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication gives guidelines for how often babies should breastfeed. It also explains why a baby may feed frequently or infrequently and what behaviors are considered normal during the period of breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/frequency.html
Increasing Breastfeeding Success: Why it Matters and What the Research Shows (Copyright © Breastfeeding Coalition of Washington) — This publication is a set of ten lactation presentations designed to educate physicians and their staff in the in-patient or out-patient setting.

http://www.breastfeedingwa.org/node/116
Weaning Your Child (Copyright © The Nemours Foundation) — This publication discusses when to wean and also gives tips on how to start weaning to make the transition easier.

http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/pregnancy_newborn/feeding/weaning.html
What do I have to do to prepare my breasts for breastfeeding? I have heard things like "roughing them up" is a good way to prepare them so they won't hurt (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information on what you need to do to prepare to breastfeed and possible challenges that you might face while breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/breastprep.html

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Breast Milk — This publication contains information on breast milk. It explains why it is better than cow's milk for infants, how breast milk is produced, how to establish, maintain or increase your milk supply, and how to store breast milk.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002451.htm
Breast Milk Associated With Greater Mental Development in Preterm Infants, Fewer Re-hospitalizations — This news release describes a study which found that premature infants fed breast milk had greater mental development scores at 30 months than did infants who were not fed breast milk. Also, infants fed breast milk were less likely to have been re-hospitalized after their initial discharge than were the infants not fed breast milk.

http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/oct2007/nichd-01.htm
Breastfeeding — This web site briefly describes the benefits of breastfeeding, what to do if you have trouble breastfeeding, and links to information from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development about breastfeeding.

http://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/
Breastfeeding and Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes in Developed Countries — This report reviews the current evidence on the effects of breastfeeding on short- and long-term infant and maternal health outcomes in developed countries. It concludes that a history of breastfeeding is associated with a reduced risk of many diseases in infants and mothers from developed countries.

http://www.ahrq.gov/clinic/tp/brfouttp.htm
Does Breastfeeding Reduce the Risk of Pediatric Overweight? — Did you know that breastfeeding your child can reduce the chance that he or she will be overweight? This booklet explains the research behind this discovery and answers some of the questions you may have about the benefits of breastfeeding.

http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/nutrition/pdf/breastfeeding_r2p.pdf
Feeding Baby with Breast Milk or Formula — This brochure helps parents decide on the way to feed their baby. Breastfeeding is the best, but if it's not possible, there are helpful tips for using formula.

http://www.fda.gov/opacom/lowlit/feedbby.html
A Well-Kept Secret- Breastfeeding's Benefits to Mothers (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information on the benefits of breastfeeding for the baby and the mother. It includes information on physiologic effects and long-term benefits.

http://www.llli.org/NB/NBJulAug01p124.html
Benefits of Breastfeeding (Copyright © Linkages Project) — This fact sheet briefly describes the different health benefits that breastfeeding has for mothers and babies.

http://www.linkagesproject.org/technical/bf_benefits.php
Breastfeeding vs. Formula Feeding (Copyright © Kids Health) — This publication contains information on the benefits of breastfeeding, the pros and cons of bottle-feeding, instructions on how to breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby, as well as answers to common breastfeeding questions.

http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/food/infants/breast_bottle_feeding.html
Can Breastfeeding Prevent Illnesses? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information on how breastfeeding can prevent some illnesses in your baby.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/prevention.html
Feeding Low Birthweight Babies (Copyright © Linkages Project) — Low birth weight babies are at risk for developing diabetes and heart disease later in life, but good feeding practices can lower the risk. This fact sheet describes how you can reduce the risks of disease with good breastfeeding practices.

http://www.linkagesproject.org/media/publications/FFF_LBW_3-30-06.pdf
Feeding Your Newborn (Copyright © Kids Health) — This publication contains information on breastfeeding or bottle-feeding your baby, the advantages of breastfeeding, limitations of both, and possible challenges.

http://kidshealth.org/parent/food/infants/feednewborn.html
Got Mom... (Copyright © ACNM) — GotMom.org was created by the American College of Nurse-Midwives to provide breastfeeding information and resources for mothers and families. It contains information on why breast milk is best, dispels common misunderstandings about breastfeeding, and it provides a list of resources that can help women and families with breastfeeding.

http://www.gotmom.org/
The Comprehensive Benefits of Breastfeeding (Copyright © ACNM) — This publication lists the beneficial effects that breastfeeding has on mothers, babies, and society.

http://www.gotmom.org/comprehesive.cfm
What Are the Benefits of Breastfeeding my Baby? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information on the benefits of breastfeeding, including the benefits for the baby, the mother, employers, and the environment.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/advantages.html
What are the Benefits of Breastfeeding my Toddler? (Copyright © La Leche League International) — This publication describes how breastfeeding your toddler can help their ability to mature and their understanding of discipline as well as provide protection from illness and allergies.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/advantagetoddler.html
What's in Breast Milk? (Copyright © APA) — Proteins, fats and vitamins are some of the substances that make up breast milk. This publication describes the composition of breast milk and what makes it the best source of nutrition for your baby.

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/firstyearoflife/whatsinbreastmilk.html
Why is Breastfeeding Important? (Copyright © ProMoM) — This publication uses research from several studies to outline the risks attributed to the health of children when they are not breastfed.

http://www.promom.org/bf_info/why_bf.htm

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Breastfeeding Mothers-Self Care — This publication provides general recommendations for breastfeeding mothers. It also includes information on the effects of alcohol, caffeine, and other items during breastfeeding.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002454.htm
When Should a Mother Avoid Breastfeeding? — This fact sheet describes rare exceptions when breastfeeding is not recommended, such as when the infant is diagnosed with galactosemia, the mother has been infected with HIV, the mother has untreated, active tuberculosis, the mother is taking certain medications, and more.

http://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/disease/contraindicators.htm
Breastfeeding and HIV/AIDS Frequently Asked Questions (Copyright © Linkages Project) — This fact sheet for health care professional and mother with HIV discusses the current studies and their results about HIV transmission through breastfeeding. It describes when a mother should be advised not to breastfeed.

http://www.linkagesproject.org/media/publications/frequently%20asked%20questions/FAQ_HIV_Eng_04-04.pdf...
Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk (Copyright © AAP) — This policy statement discusses the advances that have occurred in recent years in the scientific knowledge of the benefits of breastfeeding, the mechanisms underlying these benefits, and in the clinical management of breastfeeding. This policy statement on breastfeeding also replaces the 1997 policy statement of the American Academy of Pediatrics and reflects this newer knowledge and the supporting publications.

http://aappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/reprint/pediatrics;115/2/496.pdf
FAQ on Blood Donation and Breastfeeding (Copyright © LLLI) — This fact sheet provides information to breastfeeding mothers on donating blood.

http://www.lalecheleague.org/FAQ/blood.html
HIV Transmission through Breastfeeding: A Review of Available Evidence (Copyright © WHO) — This report discusses the pros and cons of an HIV-positive mother breastfeeding, discusses the available research on the topic, describes how transmission occurs and how to prevent it, and concludes with information about further research that still needs to be done on the issue.

http://www.who.int/reproductive-health/docs/hiv_infantfeeding/breastfeeding.pdf
How do Diet, Medications and Alcohol Affect Breastfeeding (Copyright © ACNM) — Many breastfeeding mothers wonder if they need to make changes in their diet and medications when they start breastfeeding. This publication lists breastfeeding do's and don'ts, what foods a breastfeeding mother should eat or not eat, medications to avoid, and more.

http://www.gotmom.org/eating_right.cfm
Is it Safe for a Smoker to Breastfeed Her Baby? What About Using the Nicotine Patch and Other Smoking Cessation Aids? (Copyright © LLLI) — This fact sheet provides information on the health risks to a baby when the mother is a smoker. It also discusses whether products to help mothers quit smoking will affect the baby.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/smoking.html
The Transfer of Drugs and Other Chemicals Into Human Milk (Copyright © AAP) — This policy statement is intended to supply the pediatrician, obstetrician, and family physician with data, if known, concerning the excretion of drugs into human milk.

http://aappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/pediatrics;108/3/776
What About Drinking Alcohol and Breastfeeding? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides guidance on how much alcohol a woman can drink while she is breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/alcohol.html

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Breastfeeding Mothers-Self Care — This publication provides general recommendations for breastfeeding mothers. It also includes information on the effects of alcohol, caffeine, and other items during breastfeeding.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002454.htm
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) — If you are breastfeeding, taking certain medications can be harmful to your baby's health. Search this thorough database to determine the effects of different drugs and medications on your breastfeeding baby.

http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT
Medication Exposures During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) — This site answers common questions that pregnant and breastfeeding women may have about both over-the-counter and prescription medications. In addition, it provides statistics on this topic and links to other informative resources.

http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/meds/faqs.htm
MyPyramid for Pregnancy & Breastfeeding — When you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have special nutritional needs. This section of MyPyramid.gov is designed just for you. It has advice you need to help you and your baby stay healthy.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/mypyramidmoms/index.html
When Should a Mother Avoid Breastfeeding? — This fact sheet describes rare exceptions when breastfeeding is not recommended, such as when the infant is diagnosed with galactosemia, the mother has been infected with HIV, the mother has untreated, active tuberculosis, the mother is taking certain medications, and more.

http://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/disease/contraindicators.htm
How do Diet, Medications and Alcohol Affect Breastfeeding (Copyright © ACNM) — Many breastfeeding mothers wonder if they need to make changes in their diet and medications when they start breastfeeding. This publication lists breastfeeding do's and don'ts, what foods a breastfeeding mother should eat or not eat, medications to avoid, and more.

http://www.gotmom.org/eating_right.cfm
Is it Safe for a Smoker to Breastfeed Her Baby? What About Using the Nicotine Patch and Other Smoking Cessation Aids? (Copyright © LLLI) — This fact sheet provides information on the health risks to a baby when the mother is a smoker. It also discusses whether products to help mothers quit smoking will affect the baby.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/smoking.html
Maternal Medications and Breastfeeding (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication gives information on using prescription medications while breastfeeding. It explains the factors that determine whether a drug will affect the baby, long-term use of medications, resources to get more information, and talking to the doctor.

http://www.lalecheleague.org/NB/NBMarApr00p55.html
My Family Has Food Allergies. How Does This Affect Breastfeeding? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication answers questions regarding concerns about food allergies and breast milk. It provides information about common food allergies and how to avoid any foods that may cause a potential reaction from your baby.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/allergies.html
Postpartum Depression and the 'Baby Blues' (Copyright © American Academy of Family Physicians) — This fact sheet provides information about the symptoms of postpartum depression and the steps you can take toward treatment.

http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/women/pregnancy/ppd/general/379.html...
What About Drinking Alcohol and Breastfeeding? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides guidance on how much alcohol a woman can drink while she is breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/alcohol.html
What Effect Does the Mother's Consumption of Caffeine Have on the Breastfeeding Infant? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides guidance on how much caffeine a woman should consume while she is breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/caffeine.html
Will My Milk Supply be Affected If I Exercise? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides tips on resuming exercise after having your baby and while you are breastfeeding. It provides important points to take note of when planning to exercise.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/exercise.html
Will the Breast Surgery I had in the Past Prevent Me From Being Able to Breastfeed My Baby? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication explains some of the complications that a mother who has had breast surgery may experience. It also provides a list of signs that the baby is not getting enough milk.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/surgery.html

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Coping with Breastfeeding Challenges — This Internet site explains how to deal with several common breastfeeding challenges and lists resources for more information.

http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/concerns/
Breastfeeding and Travel — This fact sheet provides general information about travel for women who are breastfeeding.

http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2008/ch8/breastfeeding.aspx
LactMed: Drugs and Lactation Database — The Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) is a peer-reviewed and fully referenced database of drugs to which breastfeeding mothers may be exposed. Among the data included are maternal and infant levels of drugs, possible effects on breastfed infants and on lactation, and alternate drugs to consider.

http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/htmlgen?LACT
Overcoming Breastfeeding Problems — This publication contains information on common breastfeeding problems, including nipple soreness, engorgement, let-down reflex problems, inadequate milk supply, plugged milk duct, breast infection, and thrush.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002452.htm
Breastfeeding a Cleft Lip-Palate Baby (Copyright © SMILES) — This fact sheet provides helpful information on the possible uncertainties associated with breastfeeding and caring for a child with a cleft lip, palate, or both a cleft lip and palate.

http://www.cleft.org/breastfeeding.htm
Breastfeeding after a Natural Disaster (Copyright © OTIS) — This fact sheet contains questions and answers about what things a mother could be exposed to during a natural disaster that might be passed to her baby in breast milk. It explains how to keep your breast milk as safe as possible and what to do if you have to use formula.

http://otispregnancy.org/pdf/breastfeeding.pdf
Breastfeeding and Returning to Work (Copyright © AAFP) — Going back to work and keeping up with breastfeeding can be a challenge for many new mothers. This publication answers some commonly asked questions about how to transition back to work after having a child and still maintain a breastfeeding schedule.

http://familydoctor.org/827.xml
Breastfeeding During Pregnancy (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication has information on the benefits and risks of continuing to breastfeed if you become pregnant. It also outlines what to expect with regards to your milk supply and changes that may occur to your body during pregnancy.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/bfpregnant.html
Can I Breastfeed My Adopted Baby? (Copyright © La Leche League International) — This publication discusses options for breastfeeding-adopted babies. It explains induced lactation and links to articles from mothers who have breastfed their adopted children.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/adopt.html
Extended Breastfeeding and the Law (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication discusses the evidence in favor of extended breastfeeding and how mothers can cope with reports of abuse or neglect from people who think extended breastfeeding is abnormal or wrong.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawExtended.html
FAQ on Breastfeeding Twins (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides information on breastfeeding twins. It includes positioning techniques, feeding plans, and ways to care for oneself.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/twins.html
FAQ: How Do I Prevent Sore Nipples? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information on what you can do to help heal or prevent sore nipples after breastfeeding. It gives suggestions on how to properly position the baby at the breast in easy-to-follow steps.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/sore.html
How Can I Deal with My Leaking Breasts (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication discusses nursing pads, patterned clothing, and frequent breastfeeding as ways to deal with leaking breasts.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/leak.html
If Breastfeeding is so Natural, Why Doesn't it Seem to Come Naturally? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication encourages mothers to not give up on breastfeeding when they face challenges.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/natural.html
Is Thrush Causing My Sore Nipples? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information on what thrush is, what causes it, and how to relieve it.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/thrush.html
My Breast Hurts. What Can I Do? (Copyright © LLLI) — This fact sheet explains the causes and treatments for sore breasts.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/mastitis.html
Special Challenges to Breastfeeding (Copyright © AAP) — This publication contains information on obstacles that may create special challenges in breastfeeding, including maternal illness, plastic surgery, mastitis, and cracked nipples.

http://www.medem.com/?q=medlib/article/ZZZHCCBXQ7C
What are the Benefits of Breastfeeding my Toddler? (Copyright © La Leche League International) — This publication describes how breastfeeding your toddler can help their ability to mature and their understanding of discipline as well as provide protection from illness and allergies.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/advantagetoddler.html
Will the Breast Surgery I had in the Past Prevent Me From Being Able to Breastfeed My Baby? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication explains some of the complications that a mother who has had breast surgery may experience. It also provides a list of signs that the baby is not getting enough milk.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/surgery.html
Would Weaning Make My Life Easier? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication encourages mothers to look at the reasons why they feel weaning will be easier than continuing to breastfeed. It also offers suggestions on dealing with the barriers to breastfeeding that they may be experiencing.

http://www.llli.org/FAQ/wean.html

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Breastfeeding and Travel — This fact sheet provides general information about travel for women who are breastfeeding.

http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2008/ch8/breastfeeding.aspx
Breastfeeding With Confidence (Copyright © ACNM) — Many women lack the confidence to even attempt breastfeeding for fear of failure. But, what they may not understand is that nine months of anxiety cannot undo what nature has equipped humans to do since the dawn of time. This publication provides resources on how to breastfeed with confidence.

http://www.gotmom.org/page2.cfm
What do Moms need to Succeed (Copyright © MBC) — This web site contains a panel discussion from the Massachusetts Breastfeeding Coalition discussing what mothers need to succeed when breastfeeding and returning to work. It also contains links to more information for nursing families, employers, health care professionals, and advocates.

http://www.massbfc.org/workplace/

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Bill H. R. 2122 - Pregnancy Discrimination Act Amendments of 2005 — This Bill, currently before the Senate and the House of Representatives, is to amend the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to protect breastfeeding by new mothers, to provide for a performance standard for breast pumps, and to provide tax incentives to encourage breastfeeding.

http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c109:h2122:
Breast-feeding: Impact on Health, Employment and Society — This Congressional report provides information on the how breastfeeding rates have changed, how breastfeeding benefits mothers, babies, and society. It explains what factors affect the decision to breastfeed and provides information on the government policies and congressional actions that promote breastfeeding.

http://maloney.house.gov/documents/olddocs/breastfeeding/CRS_Report_on_Benefits_of_Breastfeeding.pdf...
Breastfeeding and Jury Duty: State Laws, Court Rules, and Related Issues — This Congressional report provides information on states that allow breastfeeding mothers to postpone or be excused from jury duty, provide an exception to family caregivers, or have pending legislation regarding breastfeeding mothers and jury duty. It also lists court rules that may provide a deferral or excuse from jury duty.

http://maloney.house.gov/documents/olddocs/breastfeeding/20050517_CRS_Jury%20Duty.pdf...
Breastfeeding Report Card — The Breastfeeding Report Card — United States, 2008 shows how breastfeeding is being protected, promoted, and supported in each state and allows comparisons across states, making it an important tool for increasing breastfeeding nationwide

http://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/data/report_card.htm
HHS Blueprint for Action on Breastfeeding — This publication contains information action steps for the health care system, familes and communities, researchers and the workplace to better focus attention on the importance of breastfeeding. (archive)

http://www.womenshealth.gov/archive/breastfeeding/programs/blueprints/bluprntbk2.pdf...
Summary of State Breastfeeding Laws — This Congressional report gives a brief overview of the development of state breastfeeding legislation and summarizes the breastfeeding laws for each state. It also provides information on pending federal legislation that promotes breastfeeding.

http://maloney.house.gov/documents/olddocs/breastfeeding/050505CRSReport.pdf
50 States of Summary of Breastfeeding Laws (Copyright © National Conference of State Legislatures) — This publication has a comprehensive listing of the various laws enacted that relate to breastfeeding in the U.S.

http://www.ncsl.org/programs/health/breast50.htm
A Current Summary of Breastfeeding Legislation in the U.S. (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication contains information about breastfeeding legislation, the importance of breastfeeding, issues around breastfeeding in public, breastfeeding and jury duty, employment situations, and family law. There is also summary information available about legislation in each state.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawBills.html
A Look at Enacting Breastfeeding Legislation (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication discusses a woman's constitutional right to breastfeed, restrictions on the right to breastfeed, breastfeeding promotion and support, types of legislation that can help, issues surrounding breastfeeding in public, employment, WIC programs, baby-friendly incentives/mother-friendly employers, family law (divorce/paternity), custody and visitation, jury duty, and how to assist a state in enacting breastfeeding legislation.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawEnact.html
Breastfeeding and the Law (Copyright © LLLI) — This site provides a list of publications that address different legal issues and breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawMain.html
Breastfeeding Legislation (Copyright © ACNM) — This publication explains why it is important to have legislation to protect the right to breastfeed.

http://www.gotmom.org/breastfeeding_legislation.cfm
Extended Breastfeeding and the Law (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication discusses the evidence in favor of extended breastfeeding and how mothers can cope with reports of abuse or neglect from people who think extended breastfeeding is abnormal or wrong.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawExtended.html
In the Best Interest of Breastfed Children (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication explains why it is important to protect the breastfeeding relationship during a separation or divorce. A mother must educate everyone involved about the importance of breastfeeding and how parenting time can be shaped to encourage the father's bond.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawInterest.html
The Breastfeeding Relationship and Visitation Plans (Copyright © LLLI) — This paper discusses why breastfeeding should be encouraged in family law cases, how to encourage the bond with the father without interfering with breastfeeding, and recommendations for visitation plans.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawVisitation.html

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Breastfeeding (Copyright © AWHONN) — AWHONN supports legislation and initiatives that promote and protect breastfeeding and lactation in the workplace. This statement describes elements of breastfeeding support legislation supported by AWHONN and provides background information.

http://www.awhonn.org/awhonn/content.do?name=02_PracticeResources%2F2C1_Breastfeeding.htm...
Breastfeeding and Returning to Work (Copyright © AAFP) — Going back to work and keeping up with breastfeeding can be a challenge for many new mothers. This publication answers some commonly asked questions about how to transition back to work after having a child and still maintain a breastfeeding schedule.

http://familydoctor.org/827.xml
Breastfeeding and the Law (Copyright © LLLI) — This site provides a list of publications that address different legal issues and breastfeeding.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawMain.html
Breastfeeding: How to Pump and Store Milk (Copyright © AAFP) — This fact sheet discusses ways in which learning how to pump and store breast milk can make returning to work easier and less stressful. It does require some work and careful planning, but it can be done.

http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/women/pregnancy/birth/828.html
Returning to Work While Breastfeeding (Copyright © AAFP) — This article discusses how to plan for pumping at work before you go on your maternity leave and after you have your baby. It gives information on talking to your employer and coworkers, practicing pumping at home, and it gives a checklist with everything you'll need before returning to work.

http://www.aafp.org/afp/20031201/2215ph.html
Supporting Breastfeeding in the Workplace (Copyright © Breastfeeding Task Force of Greater Los Angeles) — This publication describes the benefits of providing a breastfeeding-friendly work environment, and provides a template with suggestions about how to develop guidelines to become more breastfeeding friendly. It also provides other recommendations to businesses to help them become more breastfeeding friendly.

http://www.breastfeedingtaskforla.org/BF_Policy_Brief_FINAL.pdf
Working It Out: Breastfeeding at Work (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication addresses the issue of returning to work and breastfeeding. It provides ways to be proactive about educating your supervisor and provides information on the latest legislation regarding your rights at work.

http://www.llli.org/Law/LawEmployment.html
Workplace Lactation Programs: Good for Working Families. Good for Business (Copyright © Corporate Voices for Working Families) — Corporate Voices for Working Families has developed a toolkit to help working mothers establish a breastfeeding support system in the workplace.

http://www.cvworkingfamilies.org/lactation

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Breastfeeding Mothers-Self Care — This publication provides general recommendations for breastfeeding mothers. It also includes information on the effects of alcohol, caffeine, and other items during breastfeeding.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002454.htm
MyPyramid for Pregnancy & Breastfeeding — When you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have special nutritional needs. This section of MyPyramid.gov is designed just for you. It has advice you need to help you and your baby stay healthy.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/mypyramidmoms/index.html
Pregnancy and Bone Health — This publication contains information on pregnancy-associated osteoporosis, lactation and bone loss, and what you can do to keep your bones healthy during these stages of your life.

http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Bone/Bone_Health/Pregnancy/default.asp
Will My Milk Supply be Affected If I Exercise? (Copyright © LLLI) — This publication provides tips on resuming exercise after having your baby and while you are breastfeeding. It provides important points to take note of when planning to exercise.

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Breast-feeding: What every mom needs to know (Copyright © MFMER) — Breastfeeding can be a great benefit to you and your baby; however, it takes hard work and practice to master breastfeeding. This publication gives breastfeeding moms advice to make breastfeeding less stressful and more rewarding.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/print/breast-feeding/PR00003/METHOD=print
Breastfeeding FAQs: Sleep - Yours and Your Baby's (Copyright © KidsHealth) — New moms may have concerns about where the baby should sleep at home after nursing. This publication answers frequently asked questions that moms have about sleeping habits with their new baby.

http://kidshealth.org/PageManager.jsp?lic=1&ps=104&article_set=44015
Breastfeeding FAQs: Your Eating and Driking Habits (Copyright © KidsHealth) — This publication provides current breastfeeding moms and soon-to-be breastfeeding moms with ways to eat a proper diet and what foods and beverages they should avoid when breastfeeding.

http://kidshealth.org/parent/food/infants/breastfeed_eating.html
Breastfeeding With Confidence (Copyright © ACNM) — Many women lack the confidence to even attempt breastfeeding for fear of failure. But, what they may not understand is that nine months of anxiety cannot undo what nature has equipped humans to do since the dawn of time. This publication provides resources on how to breastfeed with confidence.

http://www.gotmom.org/page2.cfm

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