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The Problem with Gift Bags
FOR PARENTS, FOR PROVIDERS Robin Snyder-Drummond, IBCLC FOR PARENTS, FOR PROVIDERS Robin Snyder-Drummond, IBCLC

The Problem with Gift Bags

Gift bags and free formula samples are aimed at tired, vulnerable parents in the hospitl. These families who receive gift bags with formula samples discontinue breastfeeding sooner or even altogether. Banning these gift bags is a policy that supports breastfeeding and promotes the health of families.

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Tongue Tie Discussion
FOR PARENTS, FOR PROVIDERS Robin Snyder-Drummond, IBCLC FOR PARENTS, FOR PROVIDERS Robin Snyder-Drummond, IBCLC

Tongue Tie Discussion

Many muscles and nerves are involved in opening the jaw, moving the tongue and swallowing. There are several approaches to help babies with feeding difficulties. This panel discussion includes five practitioners approaches to tongue tie: an ENT doctor, a pediatrician, an IBCLC, a dentist and an osteopath doctor.

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World Breastfeeding Week
FOR PARENTS, FOR PROVIDERS Robin Snyder-Drummond, IBCLC FOR PARENTS, FOR PROVIDERS Robin Snyder-Drummond, IBCLC

World Breastfeeding Week

Every August is World Breastfeeding Week. The Maine State Breastfeeding Coalition honors this time with four interesting webinars. Learn more about food allergies and breastfeeding, sleep patterns for babies, approaches to tongue tie with five different practitioners and the experience of solo breastfeeding parents. Each of these webinars is free.

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