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Breastfeeding 1-2-3

July 26th, 2008

Pain during Early Breastfeeding

Here I am, mother of three, with nearly six years of breastfeeding experience, a year-and-a-half as a breastfeeding counselor, and nearly two years writing this blog. You would think I would know how to prevent any and all breastfeeding problems. Really though, the problems I have dealt with over the years are the reason I […]

By Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor -- 3 comments

April 21st, 2008

Gentian Violet and Grapefruit Seed Extract as Thrush Remedies

Welcome to the April Carnival of Breastfeeding, “Thrush and Mastitis and Blebs, oh my!” This month several contributors share their experiences with different breastfeeding challenges and offer links and resources for overcoming those challenges. First I will talk about using gentian violet or grapefruit seed extract as alternative remedies for thrush, but make sure to […]

By Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor -- 6 comments