Breastfeeding comes naturally to some new moms, while others struggle with the process and may even give up on trying.
What are some tips for new moms to feel at ease nursing their little ones?
Dia Michels, author of Milk, Money & Madness: The Culture and Politics of Breastfeeding and Breastfeeding Facts for Fathers, joins Dr. Susanne to explain why she's such an advocate for breastfeeding, as well as why it's so important to raise awareness about the "normality" of nursing and to have the support of those around you.
Tips for Breastfeeding Success
What are some tips for new moms to feel at ease nursing their little ones?
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 1
- Audio File: wellness_for_life/1533wl5b.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Dia Michels, Author
- Book Title: Breastfeeding Facts for Fathers
- Guest Website: Platypus Media
- Guest Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com/PlatypusMedia
- Guest Twitter Account: @PlatypusMedia
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Guest Bio:
Dia Michels is an award-winning internationally published science and parenting writer. She has written, coauthored or edited over a dozen books. Her titles include Milk, Money & Madness: The Culture and Politics of Breastfeeding; Breastfeeding Facts for Fathers; If My Mom Were A Platypus Mammal Babies and their Mothers, and 101 Things Everyone Should Know About Science. Dia is founder and president of two independent presses in Washington, DC: Platypus Media, and Science, Naturally!
A popular speaker, she appears regularly healthcare, parenting and education conferences. She also teaches classes at children’s, natural history and science museums and leads professional development workshops for teachers. Dia lives in Washington, DC, with her husband and their three children. - Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Susanne Bennett, DC
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