by USLCA | Sep 11, 2013 | Clinical Pearl
Baby massage ameliorates neonatal jaundice in full-term newborn infants. That massage which feels so good to you can actually help tame high bilirubin levels in newborn breastfed infants. A massaged group of term breastfed infants demonstrated higher stool frequency...
by USLCA | Jul 29, 2013 | Recent News
During August, members of Congress will be home in their districts to hear the priorities and concerns of their constituents. It is critical that we use this opportunity to elevate the importance of policies and programs that support breastfeeding and to educate...
by USLCA | Jul 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
Featuring Mary Kay Smith, RN, IBCLC, CLC September 13, 2013 Sherherdsville, KY For more information, visit KLIC’s website at www.klicbreastfeeding.org
by USLCA | Jul 2, 2013 | Clinical Pearl
Laughter increases the levels of melatonin in breastmilk. Mothers who viewed a humorous 87 minute DVD compared to an 87 minute DVD on the weather demonstrated increased levels of breastmilk melatonin. This occurred in both allergic and healthy mothers. Feeding infants...
by USLCA | Mar 23, 2013 | Clinical Pearl
Pump dependent mothers of preterm infants who listen to music while pumping produce significantly more milk with a higher fat content. Music based interventions provided to mothers pumping on a frequent and long term basis may serve as another tool to increase...
