One of the biggest keys to succeeding at breastfeeding is to set your head for a learning curve experience. Learning to breastfeed is no different than learning to swim, knit or sing: there may be bumps along the way, but keep your eye on the prize and before you know it, you’ll be doing great! Unfortunately, many new moms set themselves up for ( Read more... )

Statement 15 October 2009 - [Article hereFollowing the publication of new research on risk factors involved in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and subsequent media coverage, UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative has issued the following statement, the full version of which can be accessed by clicking the link at the bottom of the page ( Read more... )

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i thought this was pretty awesome :)

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a friend of mine posted this a while ago, and it was just reposted in naturalbirth. i have loved it every time i've watched it :)


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this is not intended to deny or minimise in any way the shocking pain and harm of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). but many people emphatically deny any similarity between Female Genital Mutilation and Male Genital Mutilation (MGM, circumcision).

FGMMGM

Cutting?YESYES

Of the genitals?YESYES

Of babies?YESYES

Of children?YESYES

Without ( Read more... )

doesn't apply to me, but i was definitely happy to see this ( Read more... )

People are illogical, unreasonable, and self-centered ( Read more... )

PDF of an article from Men's Health magazine on circumcision.

It has pictures and descriptions of the process, as well as talking about the ethics of circumcision and the damage it can do. It's not pretty or fun to read, but it has a lot of information. It also talks about why circumcision became so common in the USA.

(stolen from krisw's

DECIDING WHETHER OR NOT TO CIRCUMCISE YOUR BABY BOY
- Dr Sears -

This is a decision that many parents face. There are many misconceptions and out-of-date information that parents may read. Here is a summary of the pertinent issues that you should consider when making this decision.

Medical benefits - THERE ARE NONE! Do not circumcise your baby ( Read more... )