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had talked a lot about nursing and I
realized I could put my crazy over-
supply to good use this time around,
so I offered to pump for her. I think
I pumped twice per day for her for
several months. I'd freeze all the milk
for a week or so, then we'd meet up
for a hand-off.
So, relax moms,
options do exist
There are many benefits to breast-
feeding. The American Academy of
Pediatrics states, "The AAP continues
to support the unequivocal evidence
that breastfeeding protects against a
variety of diseases and conditions in
the infant such as: diarrhea, respi-
ratory tract infection, otitis media,
urinary tract infection, type 1 and
type 2 diabetes, lymphoma, leuke-
mia, Hodgkin's disease, and obesity."
But breastfeeding is not a possibility
for some people.
There are precautions to take, but
it's nice to know that there are more
options available than just formula.
Kelly Auriemmo is a mom,
blogger, and homeschooler from
Poughkeepsie.
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