Home Depot Breastfeeding Support Program


Breastfeeding Information
Breastfeeding is a skill both you and your baby have to learn. It is much like learning to dance with a partner, it takes patience and practice to get things going well! Knowing this we have provided you with some printable handouts on some of the most popular questions and concerns! Beginning To Breastfeed Questions mothers ask about breastfeeding What breastfeeding information should I know before my baby is born? What should a breastfeeding mother eat? Positioning & Latching How do I hold my baby while breastfeeding? Common Concerns Is my baby getting enough breast milk? Why do my breasts hurt? Thrush — What is it and what can I do about it? How does jaundice affect breastfeeding? Can I still breastfeed my premature baby? Returning to Work How do I choose a breast pump? How do I manage breastfeeding and working? How do I use a breast pump and store my breast milk? Just for Dads How can dads help with breastfeeding
Ask The Lactation Consultant Are there benefits in continuing to breastfeed when I return to work? There are benefits to baby, mom and your employer! Some of these include lower rates of illness, connection to your baby and lower stress levels. Have a question for the LC's send them to ibclc@breastfeedingatlanta.com