Breastfeeding
Spike in infant deaths spurs dire warning on baby sleep
Most experts advise the ABCs of safe sleep: Alone, on their Back, in a Crib. However, others promote "breast-sleeping," or bed-sharing.
New dad backed for his "uneducated" gift choice for girlfriend after birth
Several users on Reddit praised the new dad for his gesture, saying, "this is really sweet" and that it's "so nice" of him to do so.
Woman asking to bring breastfed baby to child-free wedding backed
Mumsnet users felt it was "reasonable" to ask the bride and groom to make an exception, but be "prepared for a no."
Woman's "uncomfortable" door sign to stop colleagues disturbing her praised
Reddit users backed the working mom and posted her colleagues are acting like children, with one writing, "for goodness sake are your co-workers 6 years old?"
Mother-in-law wanting mom to stop breastfeeding so she can babysit slammed
"Your mother-in-law needs putting in her place," said one reply on the viral Mumsnet post.
Full list of senators who voted against breastfeeding workers' protections
The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers (PUMP) Act passed the Senate in a 92-5 vote.
Mom overwhelmed by strangers' kindness after baby develops formula allergy
Dee Tran told Newsweek she was flooded with messages on social media from moms offering breast milk—and she happily accepted.
Surprise reaction to childhood vaccines linked to birth delivery method
Differences in infant responses to vaccination may be due to their microbiomes, researchers suggest.
Golden retriever steps in to nurse puppies after 12-strong litter born
More than 194,000 people have watched the moment a golden retriever helps feed another dog's puppies, one user said: "She looks so happy to help."
Dad refusing to help his "sleep-deprived" wife with their baby dragged
"He works, so what, so do you, looking after young children is just as valid and arguably more difficult than some jobs," one commenter said.
Vet advises owner after kitten caught breastfeeding from dog
"If the proper precautions are taken, suckling is a harmless behavior. Cats may stop this behavior on their own as they age," the pet doctor said.
Mom's response to breastfeeding backlash goes viral: "Let's educate"
"You're doing a great job. Keep spreading the correct message!" one viewer commented about the mother's reply.
"I'm a mom who breastfed my toddler"
Callie Barnum tells Newsweek about the online bullying she experienced.
Breastfeeding Mom-of-Twins Telling In-Law to 'Get Out' if Offended Backed
"She couldn't shut up about the picture. According to her it's gross and inappropriate," the mom fumed.
Internet Slams Man for Resenting Wife Over Breastfeeding Their Baby: 'Sad'
Fathers have an "important but often neglected role" in promoting healthy breastfeeding practices, a 2021 study said.
Mother-in-Law Dragged for Demanding 'Alone Time' With Breastfed Newborn
A woman has received almost 100 percent support on Mumsnet for refusing to let her mother-in-law alone with her new baby.
Outrage as Mom 'Shamed' by Partner for Breastfeeding Their Baby in Public
"His reasoning was we were in a 'restaurant' and there were other people," the woman wrote on Mumsnet.
Mom Resentful Husband Can't Help Feeding Baby Blasted Online: 'So Mad'
The mom said the series of sleepless nights was impacting her mental health and "destroying" her marriage.
Woman Defended for Breastfeeding Unconscious Sister's Newborn
The woman was called "disgusting," "inhumane" and even "demonic" by the infant's grandmother, she said.
Babies Breastfed for a Year or More Better Protected Against Obesity: Study
Babies breastfed for a year or more could be protected against obesity into adulthood, according to new research.
New Mom Defended for Breastfeeding Child at Brother's Wedding Reception
"Your sister deserves a hug and a thank you for making the effort to attend a wedding with a 2-month-old," one user pointed out.
Mom Praised for Refusing To Give Neighbor Breast Milk for Her Kid—'Creepy'
According to the mom, the neighbor threatened to call CPS after she refused to give her spare breast milk amid the current formula shortage.
Praise as Man Bans Mom Seeing Grandchild for Calling Breastfeeding 'Rude'
A Reddit user described how his mother had gasped and gone on a rant on seeing his wife breastfeeding, saying it was "disgusting."
Internet Shuts Down 'Best Friend' for Making New Mom Cry Over Breastfeeding
"You are absolutely right and hopefully your wife doesn't plan on keeping this poor excuse for a friend," one user wrote.
Breastfeeding Woman's Response After Lecturer Demands Webcam On Praised
"Boldness changes the world." Reddit loved the woman's hilarious response to her lecturer, who demanded she turn her webcam on while breastfeeding.
Woman Backed for Taking Formula From Couple's Cart After They Cleared Shelf
"The shortage has been very exhausting and stressful to deal with," the woman wrote in the post.
'I'm Donating My Breast Milk To Moms Running Out of Baby Formula'
We have a chest freezer full of all the milk I had pumped early on. I'm open to sharing it, so I put that on my Facebook page.
Breastfeeding 'Super Mom' Saves Pet Goose From Eagle in Heroic Video
When Caitlin Okaley heard her goose squawking for help, she ran outside wearing nothing but a pair of boxers and the baby feeding on her breast.
Man Backed for Forbidding Wife's Friend From Seeing Her While She Breastfed
"As a woman who lost what supply I had because of stress this is the most beautiful story of you supporting and protecting your wife and baby," one user wrote.
Woman Donates 45 Gallons Of Breast Milk Amid Baby Formula Shortage
The mother donated her surplus breast milk to a human milk bank to help families struggling to feed their own infants.