Additional Resources and Selected Links

The American Academy of Pediatrics periodically adds and updates policy statements on breast-feeding at http://www.aap.org/

Babycenter.com provides information on breast-feeding at http://www.babycenter.com/breastfeeding  The website includes basic information on breast-feeding, solutions to common problems, the latest news on nursing, and more.  A section on breast-feeding with special circumstances (such as with preemies, twins or multiple babies, or adopted babies) is included.

Breastfeed.com provides information news and a question/answer section on breast-feeding at http://breastfeed.com/  The website also includes “diaries” from breast-feeding mothers. 

Breastfeeding.com provides information on all aspects of breast-feeding at http://www.breastfeeding.com/  The website is updated daily and includes the latest breat-feeding news, a breast-feeding question and answer section, chats, message boards, and more.  

The Imaginis.com Breast Health Bookstore includes a section on breast-feeding at http://www.imaginis.com/bookstore/breasthealth/nursing.asp Each book in the bookstore is accompanied by a summary and picture of the cover.  Pricing and ordering information is available by clicking on the book or a link at the bottom of each summary. 

La Leche League International provides an abundance of information on breast-feeding at http://www.lalecheleague.org/  Each month, a specific topic related to breast-feeding is emphasized.  Past topics include exclusive breast-feeding, common breast-feeding difficulties, and breast-feeding for working mothers.   

Parents Place provides information on breast-feeding at http://www.parentsplace.com/expert/lactation/basics/  A certified lactation consultant answers questions about breast-feeding basics, supply concerns, breast/nipple concerns, working mother concerns, extended breast-feeding, weaning issues, medications and nursing, and more. 

Updated: June 29, 2008