Mothers' Milk Bank Austin

Art by Lake Buckley for Dr. Jane Morton of  www.firstdroplets.com Congratulations on your pregnancy! As you get closer to your baby’s due date, you may start to plan for the postpartum period. One of the biggest topics on your mind is likely infant feeding, specifically the benefits of breastfeeding. You can and should begin to prepare to breastfeed even before your baby arrives! Here are a few breastfeeding tips to get you started 1) One of the best ways to prepare to breastfeed is learning as much as you can about breastfeeding There are so many books and websites that provide evidence-based info on breastfeeding. Anecdotal evidence from blogs and other parents have their place as well – they can help new parents feel normal in their breastfeeding journey. Following some breastfeeding-centered accounts on social media is also a great way to learn more about what to expect! Some of our favorites are @normalizebreastfeedingofficial , @pumpspotting , @firstdroplets a