Breastfeeding Myths Explained
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Breastfeeding Myths Explained

Utter the word “breastfeeding” and emotions flare. When should you stop? How much is too much? What will it do to your breasts? But whether you’re staunchly pro breastfeeding or think the boob is getting pushed a little hard, it doesn’t hurt to clear up the misconceptions with the help of Cookie Magazine. Read more...
They Say: Breastfeeding Reduces Cancer Risk
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They Say: Breastfeeding Reduces Cancer Risk

The breast is best debate has hit the headlines once again. New research has suggested that women with a family history of breast cancer may reduce the risk of developing the disease by breastfeeding. The US study, published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, looked at over 60,000 women who had given birth and had participated in a major heal...
A Nude, Breastfeeding Angelina Jolie Sculpture (Photo)
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A Nude, Breastfeeding Angelina Jolie Sculpture (Photo)

You know how Brad Pitt loves collecting art? It's one of his passions in life, but I’m not sure if this piece would be something he would want to bring home to the family. Read more...
The Angelina Jolie Breastfeeding Statue
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The Angelina Jolie Breastfeeding Statue

Angelina Jolie is a superstar, an icon and to some, a goddess. She’s regularly put on a pedestal and worshipped by the world’s celebrity loving masses. The artist Daniel Edwards has opted to honour Angie in a very unique way, with a life-sized statue representing the mum of six breastfeeding her twins Knox and Vivienne. The piece is entitle...
It’s World Breastfeeding Week!
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It’s World Breastfeeding Week!

Time to let those nursing bras hang out, because the 1st to 7th August is World Breastfeeding Week. Queensland Health is using the week to promote its surprisingly controversial '12+ months on the breast: normal, natural, healthy' campaign. Yeah, it's amazing what people will get offended by these days. The breastfeeding vs formula debate jus...
Photo Of Woman Breastfeeding A Child And A Deer
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Photo Of Woman Breastfeeding A Child And A Deer

I don’t know what to make of this. The image is from an eBay auction of the image itself. The price is $US9.50. The photo is from the 1930’s, apparently of a “Pennsylvania Mountain Lady.” What is she doing? Well, she’s “suckling both a baby deer and a child at the same time.” And judging by the expression on her face, she’s ha...
Breastfeeding Mums Pose For Calendar
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Breastfeeding Mums Pose For Calendar

A group of mums in the U.K. wanted to raise money for their new mums breastfeeding support group. The best way to get attention, they decided,was to show a little (or big) breast. In nursing action. Thus, the Rugby Breastfeeding Cafe calendar was born. The photos — one for each  month — have been called provocative and daring. The Telegr...
A Wrinkle in Time
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A Wrinkle in Time

Can I use Botox while breastfeeding? — Spare Me The Lecture Dear Spare Me, The folks who make Botox state clearly that women should not use Botox if they are pregnant or think they are pregnant but regarding breastfeeding mothers, they say "Only your doctor can decide if BOTOX Cosmetic is right for you." In other promotional...
IKEA Boots Breastfeeder To The Bathrooms
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IKEA Boots Breastfeeder To The Bathrooms

Hey, that’s not very Swedish of you, Brooklyn IKEA! Security guards and an employee told a breastfeeding mother she had to do "that" in the bathroom and sent her packing  — but not before checking her receipts. Here’s what the un-named mom wrote in a Yahoo! forum: On Wednesday I was in Ikea Redhook in the middle of breastfeeding, fully...
Breastfeeding Benefits Overstated, Says Expert
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Breastfeeding Benefits Overstated, Says Expert

Ooh, this is going to be controversial. Michael Kramer, a professor of paediatrics who has advised the World Health Organisation and Unicef, has said that much of the evidence used by national health bodies to persuade mothers to breastfeed is either wrong or out of date. As reported in the Times Online, he claims that evidence that breastfee...
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Celebrity Sighting: Hugh Jackman Takes Ava Out For Ice Cream

3:15 PM Yeah, no wonder Hugh Jackman’s kids seem to adore him. Not only is he a hands-on dad and always playing with them, he also treats them to ice cream! Hugh was spotted in New York... read more

Rebecca Gayheart Takes Billie For A Checkup

2:15 PM Rebecca and hubby Eric Dane were spotted in Los Angeles yesterday, leaving the paediatrician's office with two-week-old Billie Beatrice in tow. Only two weeks after giving birth... read more

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Little New Yorker Onesie

10:45 AM Even if you don't live in New York City, this outfit is sure to create a smile, particularly among mums who love shopping. Perhaps your kid can hail a taxi wearing it? It’... read more

Big Deal: All Kids T-Shirts Are $US12 At Busted Tees

4:30 PM A good way to start thinking positively about a change of season is to start figuring out what kind of awesome t-shirts you’re going to make your kids wear. Today over at Busted... read more
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