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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    What Is a Lactation Consultant, and How Do I Enlist One?

    August 15, 2017

    A lactation consultant is a trained professional specialized in breastfeeding. Learn more about the benefits of working with a lactation consultant. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

    Tagged with: baby nutrition, breastfeed, breastfeeding, feed baby, feeding baby, Lactation, lactation consultant, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, new baby, nursing, postpartum, womens health

    Learn more about lactation consultants
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Breastfeeding FAQs with the UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital Lactation Center

    August 6, 2015

    You may think breastfeeding comes naturally, but it often takes more training than many realize. Discover the answers to common questions. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: breastfeeding, Cindy Garrison, faq, Lacation Center, Lactation, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC

    Mom and newborn
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    FAQ with Breastfeeding and Lactation Experts

    August 19, 2014

    Breastfeeding can be intimidating for new mothers, so how do you learn the tricks? Four lactation experts weigh in. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: alcohol, baby, breast, breastfeeding, caffeine, diet, Lactation, mother, nipples, pumping, sushi, weight loss

    Breastfeeding & Lactation
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    Breastfeeding Tips for Summer Travel

    July 21, 2014

    Traveling while breastfeeding can be stressful. Check out these tips to help keep your baby happy while traveling this summer. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: baby, breastfeeding, bugs, heat, hydration, Lactation, Lactation Center at Magee, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, smoothie, summer, sunscreen, travel

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