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Misc Questions
Questions:
- I have a 6-week-old baby. When should I start putting her on a sleep schedule?
- I did not breastfeed my first kid. I felt a bit guilty. If I breastfeed my second kid, can I also breastfeed my first kid who will be 1 1/2 years old? Will it be too late?
- I'm breastfeeding and on the "mini-pill." This week I've had some pregnancy symptoms. How will I know if I'm pregnant? Will my milk dry up?
- I am still breastfeeding my 11-month-old daughter but am interested in using a tanning bed. Will this harm my milk in any way?
- Why does my 6-month-old pull away from the breast after only a few minutes?
- My daughter has refused the breast since her birth. I've tried everything to get her to breastfeed -- is there anything you can suggest?
- When will I get more than three hours of sleep at night with my breastfed baby?
- How can you tell if your milk is of good quality?
- How can I help my baby stop hiccuping so much?
- What are the effects smoking has on breastfeeding?
- Is oxytocin nasal spray used to encourage let down?
- How can I keep my 3-year-old occupied while I nurse her baby sister?
- My newborn refuses to take my breast. I'm giving him expressed milk now, but I'd like some advice on getting him back to my breast."
- My cousin and I nurse each other's children when we are babysitting them. Is this harming my child in any way?
- My breastfed baby has loose bowel movements with no signs of sickness. Is this normal?
- My 3-week-old son is strictly breastfed and has not had a bowel movement in three days. How long is normal and when should I start to be concerned about constipation?
- Can you overfeed an infant with breastmilk? Why or why not?
- My baby is 3 weeks old. Recently she was very sick and unable to nurse. Her doctor told me to express and bottle feed until she felt better. How can I get her back to breast without causing us both a lot of unneeded stress?
- Can breastmilk be used as a topical treatment for infections?
- My infant has not been eating well lately. When she latches on to the breast, she'll begin sucking, but when she starts to swallow, her body tenses up and she pulls off from the breast. Any advice?
- Are children who are exclusively breastfed at a greater risk for experiencing Vitamin D deficiencies?
- I was wondering whether there was any information (research or anecdotal) that would indicate that extremely fair haired individuals have more sensitive skin and struggle more with breastfeeding?
- When do you advise buying nursing bras and what size should be purchased?
- My 17-month-old daughter wants to nurse even more frequently than before -- sometimes hourly. She seems impatient and doesn't seem to get much milk each time. I am concerned because she is allergic to dairy and this is her only source of calcium and higher-fat foods. What should I do?
- Can I have a mole removed from my areola if I'm breastfeeding?
- My baby tested positive for G6PD deficiency. Is it okay to continue nursing my baby?
- I'm having latch on difficulties with my 5-day-old son. Should I persist with my attempts to breastfeed?
- I get depressed and sad when I breastfeed. Is this postpartum depression or my hormones acting up?
- What can I do to help my baby keep breast milk down?
- Can I get pregnant while nursing my 4-month-old?
- I need to stop nursing due to surgery. Do you have any suggestions?
- I was told to stop breastfeeding immediately, because it was not nutritious for my 8-month-old. Any suggestions?
- My baby boy is 11 days old and he hasn't gained any weight. Any suggestions?
- I apparently have a foremilk-hindmilk imbalance. Is there anything I can do?
- Could my first period since delivery have anything to do with my smelly milk?
- I am having trouble breastfeeding my baby. Can you give me information on breastfeeding and nutrition?
- I'm breastfeeding and my baby is having blood in his stools. What can I do?
- I want to be prepared to spend three days away from my daughter. What should I do?
- Are there any problems with alternating breastfeeding and formula?
- My niece's breast milk was chunky looking. Could you please help us?
- My baby does not pass stool on her own. Is something wrong with her?
- I'm active duty military and presently nursing. Is there a toxicity exposure when firing weapons (m-16 rifle)?
- My doctor says my baby is lactose intolerant. He wants me to stop breastfeeding and start formula. What should I do?
- My son is almost 4 1/2 months old, and breastfeeding is still painful. Any suggestions?
- Can older children be traumatized by seeing their mother breastfeed a baby?
- My wife is breastfeeding, which makes me happy, but sad at the same time. What other ways can I get involved that help with bonding?
- Can women breastfeed three babies (I'm of medium build) and if not, are there milk banks or wet nurses I can also use?
- What is the best way to breastfeed two babies at once?
- Do you have any ideas on how I can keep track of breastfeeding my twins without stressing?
- Whom can I turn to for breastfeeding support?
- What is involved in becoming a lactation consultant?
- What makes an international board certified lactation consultant the best choice for breastfeeding support?
- How can I find an international board certified lactation consultant?
- Can a tongue-tied baby still breastfeed?
- The pediatrician says my baby is tongue tied? What does that mean?
