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How To Tell If Your Newborn Is Getting Enough Milk

How To Tell If Your Newborn Is Getting Enough Milk

“Probably the most common reason a new mom will stop breastfeeding early on is because she’s afraid her newborn isn’t getting enough milk,” says Molly O’Neill, Registered Nurse and Certified Lactation Counselor with Women’s Health Specialists.  “Unlike formula, we...

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Breastfeeding and COVID-19

Breastfeeding and COVID-19

Monday, March 30, 2020 Greetings from Molly-Registered Nurse and Lactation Counselor with Women’s Health Specialists. Just a reminder that we at Women’s Health Specialists are here to assist you in meeting your breastfeeding goals. At this time there have been...

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What are plugged ducts?

What are plugged ducts?

A plugged duct occurs when the milk passageways in the breast become blocked. Plugged ducts are a common problem associated with breastfeeding. They happen when the milk is not drained fully from the breast or when there is too much pressure inside the breast. Milk...

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Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom and Baby

Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom and Baby

By Molly O’Neill Every new mother has the choice to decide if they want to breastfeed or formula feed their baby. It is important to understand all the facts before making a final decision especially since each mother and baby is different and requires different...

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Breastfeeding Safety

Breastfeeding Safety

Many new moms choose to breastfeed their babies, but just like the "do's and don'ts" of pregnancy, you might have some questions about breastfeeding. Here are some helpful tips from our lactation specialist, Molly O'Neill, to keep in mind throughout your breastfeeding...

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4 Breastfeeding Pitfalls

4 Breastfeeding Pitfalls

“Breastfeeding is touted as a “natural experience,” but there is quite often a learning curve for mom and baby,” says Registered Nurse and Certified Lactation Counselor, Molly O’Neill.  “And once you both have things figured out, it is still a lot of work. ...

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