Tag: nursing mothers
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Is It Possible to Lose Weight While Breastfeeding?
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, new moms! If you’re wondering whether you can shed those extra pounds while nursing, you’re not alone. Many women grapple with this question, and the answer can vary depending on several factors. How Breastfeeding Affects Your Weight When you breastfeed, your body burns an additional 400 to 500 calories a…
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The Inspiring Support Delta Provided to a Pumping Mother: A Refreshing Change
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming turn of events, a mother has taken to social media to express her gratitude towards Delta Airlines for their remarkable support during her pumping experience on a flight. It’s not every day you come across a story that highlights a company’s commitment to making life easier for nursing mothers,…
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Nurse Asks Breastfeeding Mom to Leave for “Her Own Dignity”
Get Pregnant Fast In a baffling encounter at a UK hospital, a nursing mother faced unnecessary shaming from a hospital nurse while visiting a loved one. Jessica Taylor, who was there to support her grandmother after eye surgery, found herself confronted by a nurse who insisted she relocate to a private area to breastfeed her…
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YMCA Employee Asks Breastfeeding Mom to Leave Toddler Gym Class for Co-ed Locker Room
Get Pregnant Fast A mother in Limerick, Pennsylvania, is voicing her frustration after an employee at her local YMCA requested that she leave a toddler gym class due to breastfeeding her son. Despite living in a time when breastfeeding should be normalized, this incident serves as a reminder that there is still a long way…
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There’s No Reason for Shame in Public Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast In my suburban New York neighborhood, where public breastfeeding wasn’t the norm, I was fortunate not to face any negativity during those early months. I simply took it for granted—until one summer afternoon when my son was six months old and we decided to grab lunch at a local Subway. With limited…
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Gym Calls Mom to Demand She Cover Up While Breastfeeding
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking incident, a gym reached out to a mother at home to instruct her to cover up the next time she breastfeeds her children. This story quickly garnered attention online, highlighting the ongoing issue of public breastfeeding harassment. Just two days into 2023, we are reminded that some individuals still…
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Breastfeeding Mom Highlights the Irony of Being Shamed in a Lingerie Store
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where breasts are often showcased in provocative ways, a breastfeeding mother recently brought attention to an absurd double standard that many parents can relate to. Emily Johnson, a Tennessee mom, took to social media to express her disbelief after she was told to relocate to a restroom to nurse…
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Is It Safe to Take Cold Medicine While Breastfeeding?
Get Pregnant Fast When you’re breastfeeding and feeling under the weather, you may wonder if it’s safe to take cold medicine. The great news is that most over-the-counter options are generally safe for nursing mothers and their babies. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, only about 1% of the medication passes into…