Breastfeeding is healthy for moms and babies — but a lot more challenging than many women expect. That's one of the reasons why many women give up on breastfeeding in the first month. But experts, including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), recommend breastfeeding for the first six months, and continuing to breastfeed for at least the first year if you can. Trusted SourceAmerican Academy of PediatricsBaby's First Month: Feeding and NutritionSee All Sources [1]| What to Expect
Is your baby having problems latching on during breastfeeding? Is it painful when you breastfeed? If you're a rookie breastfeeding a newborn, the answers to both of these questions will probably be "yes, and yes."| What to Expect
You've given birth and you're committed to giving your baby breast milk. But nursing doesn't always come naturally. The good news is with the right support, you can get past the first few days (or weeks, or sometimes even months) of breastfeeding fumbling.| What to Expect
Being a new parent is already a lot to handle, but when a baby is born early, the job comes with its own set of special issues. But thankfully, due to a myriad of medical advances, even some of the tiniest premature babies born after 28 weeks have a good chance of surviving— and thriving. | What to Expect
