April 30, 2012: Pacifiers Don't Discourage Breast-Feeding, Study Says
Formula feedings actually rose after 'binkies' were banned on a hospital maternity unit

March 15, 2012: Many Women Say No to Breast-Feeding for 6 Months: Survey
Some report struggling with unrealistic expectations, pressures

March 13, 2012: Mothers on Antidepressants Less Likely to Breast-Feed: Study
Pregnant women who take selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors may need more nursing education

March 09, 2012: Health Tip: Minimize Breastfeeding Pain
Steps you can take

February 27, 2012: Exclusive Breast-Feeding Best for Baby: Experts
Pediatricians reaffirm nursing's benefits for mother and child

February 16, 2012: Health Tip: Is Your Baby Breast-Feeding Enough?
Signs that baby is getting plenty to eat

February 10, 2012: When Mom Has Pregnancy Diabetes, Breast-Feeding Curbs Child Obesity
Long-term study found lower BMI in children breast-fed at least 6 months

February 03, 2012: Asthmatic Moms Who Breast-feed May Help Their Children's Lungs
At age 12, those kids had better lung function than formula-fed kids

February 03, 2012: Health Tip: Prepare for Breast-feeding
Suggestions for getting ready

December 21, 2011: Limit Cold Medications During Pregnancy, Experts Advise
Some over-the-counter drug ingredients have not been well-studied for use by pregnant women

December 02, 2011: New Guidelines for Treating Psoriasis When Pregnant or Nursing
Try moisturizers, emollients before resorting to steroids, experts say

November 28, 2011: Health Tip: Breast-Feeding Is Good for Moms, Too
Here are potential benefits

November 22, 2011: Get Rid of Bumpers, Stuffed Animals in Baby's Crib
Soft items can suffocate sleeping infants, pediatricians warn

November 18, 2011: Easy-to-Treat Condition Can Disrupt Breast-Feeding
Up to 10 percent of newborns have ankyloglossia or 'tongue-tie'

November 11, 2011: Exclusive Breast-Feeding Not the Norm in U.S.
Personal and societal obstacles keeping rates lower than health experts would like

November 11, 2011: Seek Help for Breast-Feeding Troubles, Young Mom Advises
Woman explains how to overcome obstacles so many face

October 18, 2011: Breast-Feeding, Vaccinations Lower SIDS Risk, Experts Say
Also in updated guidelines from pediatricians' group: don't use crib 'bumper pads'

September 26, 2011: Breast-Feeding Boost: Fewer Hospitals Handing Out Free Formula
Study finds decline from years past but 'we have a long way to go,' advocate says

September 20, 2011: Can Fatty Acids in Breast Milk or Formula Make Kids Smarter?
Studies find benefits at 14 months and about 10 years

September 20, 2011: Why Many With Breast Implants Fail at Breast-Feeding
Women who think it will make their breasts look worse unlikely to nurse successfully, study says

September 07, 2011: Don't Mess With a Nursing Mom!
Breast-feeding mothers will aggressively defend their young, study says

August 24, 2011: Breast-Feeding Won't Prevent Kids' Eczema, Researchers Say
Babies that were exclusively breast-fed just as likely to develop common skin disorder, study finds

August 16, 2011: Blacks at Higher Risk for Resistant Breast Cancer: Study
Having two or more children and not breast-feeding raises odds, researchers say

August 02, 2011: Support for Breast-Feeding Found Lacking in Many U.S. Hospitals
Study found only 4% offered full range of services for new moms

July 22, 2011: Breast-feeding for 6 Months or More Protects Against Asthma
Children never breast-fed are more likely to develop symptoms of the disease, study shows

July 06, 2011: Breast-Feeding May Not Protect Moms Against MS Relapse
Research conflicts with previous findings suggesting fewer flare-ups while nursing

June 22, 2011: Early Chemical Exposures May Affect Breast Health: Report
Scientists say common chemicals should be tested for their possible harm to milk gland development

June 13, 2011: Breast-feeding May Shield Against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Study found chances of SIDS reduced most when moms breast-fed exclusively

May 31, 2011: Longer Maternity Leave Ups Breast-Feeding Rates
Staying home at least 3 months makes bottle-feeding far less likely, study finds

May 10, 2011: Breast-Feeding May Help Quell Behavior Problems
British study finds more conduct issues among kids who were formula-fed

May 06, 2011: Few Babies in Child-Care Centers Receive Breast Milk: Study
Though most operators were comfortable storing pumped milk, only 26% provided storage

May 05, 2011: Prolonged Bottle Feeding Boosts Kids' Obesity Risk: Study
Nearly one-quarter of 2-year-old bottle feeders were obese at age 5, researchers say

May 02, 2011: Breast-feeding May Influence Long-Term Health: Study
Formula vs. breast-fed babies show metabolic differences in first three years of life

April 08, 2011: Health Tip: Storing Breast Milk
Suggestions for safe freezing

March 30, 2011: Longer Breast-Feeding May Be Key to Bigger Brains
Link applies to mammals, offering more support for the practice in humans, researchers say

March 21, 2011: Health Tip: Breast-Feeding When You Have Diabetes
Avoiding low glucose becomes more challenging

February 25, 2011: Breast-Feeding May Cut Obesity Risk in Kids of Diabetic Moms
Those breast-fed for at least 6 months were less likely to be overweight later, study found

January 25, 2011: Breast-Feeding May Counter Some Effects of Childhood Cancer
Bones and heart are among health factors that benefit women, study finds

January 07, 2011: Teens Breast-fed as Infants Have Stronger Leg Muscles
They did better on horizontal jump, 'explosive strength' tests, study finds

December 27, 2010: Type of Formula May Influence Infant Weight Gain
Babies fed cow's milk-based formula gained faster, study finds

December 20, 2010: Do Breast-Fed Baby Boys Grow Into Better Students?
Those nursed at least six months outscored peers at age 10, study found

December 10, 2010: FDA Weighs In as Sharing of Breast Milk Booms
Opinions vary on benefits and risks of milk banks and Web-based outlets

November 29, 2010: 'Love Hormone' May Boost Men's Memories of Mom -- Good or Bad
Study puts brain chemical oxytocin's role in new light

November 24, 2010: Women Taking Certain Epilepsy Drugs Can Safely Breast-Feed, Study Suggests
Findings could bring valuable guidance to new mothers, experts say

November 08, 2010: Breast-Feeding Won't Rob Mom of Sleep: Study
Finding challenges belief that breast-feeding women get less sleep than those who formula-feed

October 20, 2010: Health Tip: Before You Begin Breast-feeding
Here are suggestions to help ensure success

October 08, 2010: Health Tip: When a Working Mother Breast-Feeds
Suggestions to maintain the milk supply

October 06, 2010: Breast-Feeding Less Common for Black Moms
Many prefer using formula or aren't aware of nursing's benefits, study found

October 06, 2010: Trans Fats While Breast-Feeding May Plump Up Baby
More research needed to see how mom's fatty diet affects infant's long-term health, study notes

September 28, 2010: Breast-Feeding for 6 Months May Prevent Infant Infections
The longer a baby is exclusively breast-fed, the lower the risk, research shows