Maddie's Musings
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I love writing, and never more than when it's about stuff I'm passionate about - usually birth, babies and parenting.
Distance Doulaing During Coronavirus: Keeping Contact and Connection
We might be stuck at home, but the wonders of the World Wide Web can bring us together, create and…
Doula definitions & myth busting
According to the Oxford English dictionary a doula is A woman who gives assistance and advice to a new or…
Are you STILL breastfeeding? When are you going to stop?
Most of us natural term breastfeeders deal with these questions a little too often for comfort, but it takes a…
History of Infant Feeding 1975-2000
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/histmed/downloads/c20th_group/wit35.pdf A great history of the resurgence of Breastfeeding 1975-2000. Very informative!
breastfeeding reduces the risk of SIDS
http://www.onmedica.com/NewsArticle.aspx?id=24af7724-f556-4c9f-ba77-273143106784 This new German study has found a direct link between breastfeeding and a reduced risk of cot death. The…
Wetnursing ‘Sleb
I have to admit, I didn't know who she was, but a beautiful celebrity bringing breastfeeding into the spotlight can't…
Breastfeeding is a Feminist Issue
Interesting article here: http://www.thefword.org.uk/features/2009/01/breastfeeding_r
New breastfeeding DVD for all Mothers Launched Today
Draft Breastfeeding DVD Press Release Free DVD offering breastfeeding support & tips for all UK pregnant mums launched today ‘From…
Fit to Bust
I've just read this really funny book by Alison Blenkinsop called Fit to Bust. Alison is a Lactation Consultant who…