World Breastfeeding Week - August
Breastfed babies get all the nutrition they need and a boost to the immune system right from the start.
Mills-Peninsula annually applauds this healthy choice with a photo contest and other community activities in support of World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7. Started in 1990, this global event aims to protect, promote and support breastfeeding.
In 2007, Mills-Peninsula sponsored the Oh, Baby! Photo Contest, attracting dozens of entries featuring healthy, breastfed babies. In downtown San Mateo, we hung a banner, reading: "Breast milk: Organic. All natural. Best for your baby." The Mills-Peninsula World Breastfeeding Week Picnic brings together members of our breastfeeding support groups. The public also is welcome to attend the picnic, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the first Saturday in August, at Washington Park, 850 Burlingame Avenue in Burlingame.
Benefits of breastfeeding include:
- Gives babies complete nutrition until about 4 to 6 months of age
- Provides antibodies that strengthen a baby's immune system
- Stimulates release of a hormone that helps women recover more quickly following delivery
- Breastfed babies are less likely to experience ear infections, allergies, vomiting, diarrhea, pneumonia, wheezing and meningitis
- New moms who breastfeed may find it easier to lose pregnancy weight
- Convenience! Nothing to buy or warm, and breast milk is always available
Mills-Peninsula Health Services offers support to mothers and infants in breastfeeding. We offer classes and support groups in teaching new mothers nursing positions, milk supply, avoiding common breastfeeding problems, working while nursing, and weaning.
Learn about breastfeeding from the award winning Sutter baby site. . .
Common Problems and Concerns - Nursing is a learned skill for both mom and baby.
Problem Solving Guide - Having some problems with breastfeeding? Find some quick help here.
Breastfeeding Techniques - Read about getting started, breastfeeding positions and getting your baby both on and off the breast.
En español - Un Tiempo especial para la madre y bebé
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