Sunday, May 13, 2012
May 21 issue of Time magazine shows picture of Mom breastfeeding young boy standing on a chair.
Moms Talk is a weekly feature on all Lehigh Valley Patches in which local parents, caregivers and other members of the community are invited to share opinions and advice on parenting topics. This week’s Moms Talk question relates to a Time magazine cover photo of a breastfeeding mom used to illustrate an article about “attachment” parenting. The May 21 issue of time magazine features a cover photo of a mom breastfeeding her three-year-old son, who is standing on chair to reach her breast. The photograph is being used to illustrate an article about a concept in childrearing known as “attachment” parenting. The cover headline asks the question “Are You Mom Enough?” The article delves into the history of attachment parenting and some of its …
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Local lactation consultant warns about mastitis and diet for breastfeeding moms during the holidays.
The holiday season can mean hectic holiday shopping, meals on the go, long road trips and lots and lots of sweets. For breastfeeding moms it can be difficult to enjoy all those holiday treats and maintain a nursing schedule with all the travel but, Sharon Mendes, RN, CPN, IBCLC, has tips to keep moms and babies healthy into the new year. If mom is out shopping, it is legal in Pennsylvania to breastfeed in public without penalty. So regardless of whether or not someone else considers it a nuisance, obscenity or indecent exposure, at least this state does not. “Mothers should be able to feed their baby anywhere at any time. They also should never they be asked to leave an establishment or be asked to nurse in a bathroom,” said Mendes, the …
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Nursing a child is a natural part of life, but there are still stigmas attached to breastfeeding in public.
Moms Talk is a weekly feature on all Lehigh Valley Patches in which local parents, caregivers and other members of the community are invited to share opinions and advice on parenting issues. This week’s Moms Talk topic relates to public breastfeeding: Nursing a child is a natural thing, but let's face it, there are stigmas attached to doing what comes naturally -- especially in public. So, tell us what you think: Does it make you feel awkward to breastfeed or to see someone breastfeed in public? Join the conversation. Each week our Moms Council members discuss these and other issues. Our Moms Council members include: If you would like to become a part of the Moms Council and/or have ideas for future Moms Talk questions, please email …
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Affordable Care Act provides for more preventative care and assistance for breastfeeding moms.
Big news for pregnant and nursing mothers: The government is making it easier for women to receive maternity benefits, lactation support and the rental of hospital grade breastpumps through the expansion of Affordable Care Act effective at the beginning of this month. The new guidelines adopted by the Department of Health and Human Services, require new health insurance plans to cover women’s preventative services. Well visits and lactation support are among the items on a list of preventative services under these guidelines. “The Affordable Care Act helps stop health problems before they start,” said HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. “These historic guidelines are based on science and existing literature and will help ensure women get …
Dana
12:36 pm on Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Read my comment-- "I FEEL etc..." It's just my opinion. Geez, talk about having your cheerio's pooped in... I don't give a rats hiney about statisitics... I make my own decisions and find my own conclusions. And besides, this article wasn't about 'how long is it appropriate to breast feed', it is about a magazine cover. Take a chill pill and smile on this rainy, cloudy day Rachel :) and Tamarya, … more ›