"All a baby really needs
is a mothers arms, a mothers breasts and a mothers love."
Articles based on personal experiences of breastfeeding and
weaning (introduction of solids).
Please Note: the word "weaning"
is used slightly differently in USA and UK. In UK, it usually
means the introduction of solid food, whereas in USA it is more
commonly used to mean cessation of breastfeeding. I am using
the word in the UK sense. I believe a child should stop breastfeeding
when he/she is ready (wherever possible).
Contents
Breastfeeding My Newborn
The story of how I breastfed my first baby despite the hospital.
Dummies (Pacifiers) and Breastfeeding
The story of a near disaster with my second baby, Alice.
Why Delay Solids?
A layman's explanation of the advantages of delaying solids in
your baby.
Avoiding Allergies When Weaning
Introducing solids to a potentially allergic baby.
Partially Relactating for a Formula-allergic
Baby
Article on the experiences of a friend who's baby was "failure
to thrive" due to severe food allergies.
Compiled by Anna
Hayward (c) 1996.
Disclaimer: This document has not been compiled by a medical
professional. Any opinions expressed are personal and should
not be construed as medical advice. I am not a representative
of any of the companies discussed, nor do I receive any form
of commission. |