Breastfeeding myths debunked: It's not easy and can take time, not a reliable birth control, pain is not normal, newborns eat on demand, nursing with breast infections is possible, waiting one year to breastfeed after work is difficult, exercise and medication are okay with physician's approval, breastfeeding doesn't make babies sleep less, surgery is not a requirement, and small breasts produce enough milk.
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๐ค Myth: Breastfeeding is easy and reliable birth control
๐ด Myth: Breastfeeding leads to less sleep
๐ Myth: Pain while breastfeeding is normal
๐ผ Myth: Newborns need to eat every 2-3 hours on demand
๐ค Myth: Nursing with breast infections is possible
๐ Myth: Nursing with blocked ducts is not recommended
๐ซ Myth: Waiting one year to breastfeed after work is difficult
๐๏ธโโ๏ธ Myth: Exercise doesn't turn breast milk sour
๐ Myth: Consult your physician for appropriate medications
๐คง Myth: Breastfeeding can continue when you're sick
๐ถ Myth: Weaning isn't necessarily the worst
๐ด Myth: Breastfed babies can sleep at night
๐ซ Myth: Breastfeeding doesn't require prior surgery
๐ผ Myth: Small breasts can produce enough milk
Key Insights
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- ๐ค Breastfeeding is not easy and can take time to establish a routine.
- ๐ด Breastfeeding doesn't necessarily result in less sleep; it varies for each individual.
- ๐ Experiencing pain during breastfeeding is not normal and seeking help is crucial.
- ๐ผ Newborns should be fed on demand rather than sticking to a strict schedule.
- ๐ค Nursing can be done with breast infections, but not with blocked ducts.
- ๐ซ Waiting one year to breastfeed after work can be challenging for some mothers.
- ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ Exercise doesn't have a negative impact on breast milk quality.
- ๐ It's important to consult a physician about medication compatibility with breastfeeding.
- ๐คง Breastfeeding can continue even if the mother is sick, with proper precautions.
- ๐ถ Weaning isn't always as difficult as it is portrayed.
- ๐ด Breastfed babies can sleep at night, contrary to the myth.
- ๐ซ Breastfeeding doesn't require prior surgery for successful lactation.
- ๐ผ Breast milk production is not determined by breast size, as small breasts can produce enough milk.
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