Breastfeeding
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Initiative seeks to break down breast-feeding barriers
Breast-feeding is welcomed at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 28, 2014
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Event to highlight breast-feeding’s benefits
Adjoa Taylor is no stranger to breast-feeding. The mother of five is well versed in the advantages of nursing for her children. But what she discovered were the benefits for herself. Read MoreJul 25, 2013
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Breast milk blocks virus binding
Components of human breast milk help ward off viral infection, a new study shows. Read MoreDec 7, 2012
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Effort seeks to remove breast-feeding barriers
Vanderbilt University has signed on for a statewide project to increase exclusive breast-feeding in hospitals and delivery centers. Read MoreAug 16, 2012
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Breastfeeding problems can be linked to a tied tongue
A simple procedure can correct ‘tongue-tie,’ a commonly missed condition that could prevent newborns from breastfeeding properly. Read MoreNov 10, 2011