Despite their best efforts, most mothers of premature babies can not produce the recommended milk levels. New research uncovers which factors truly matter in giving these vulnerable newborns the best ...

The first hour following birth—often referred to as the “golden hour”—is a powerful and sensitive transition time for both mother and baby. During this time, the foundations of lifelong health, ...

Want to make sure breastfeeding gets off on the right, er, breast, for both you and your baby? Check out these five priceless breastfeeding tips from lactation consultant Elena Vogel to make sure your ...

The postnatal period is a crucial six weeks after delivery requiring careful monitoring of bleeding, uterine recovery, ...

Women with gestational diabetes who consistently and continuously breastfeed from the time of giving birth are half as likely to develop type 2 diabetes within two years after delivery, according to a ...

Doctors say that if both mother and baby are stable, breastfeeding can be started immediately after the operation. Many doctors recommend skin-to-skin contact between mother and baby after delivery.

Your body continues to heal after doing the hard work of carrying a pregnancy. You may experience afterbirth cramps, ...