Essentia Health-Virginia receives breastfeeding-friendly recognition

Essentia Health-Virginia receives breastfeeding-friendly recognition

Essentia Health-Virginia’s steps to promote and support breastfeeding and infant-feeding best practices has earned a five-star rating, the highest possible score, through the Minnesota Breastfeeding Friendly Birth Center Recognition Program.

Breastfeeding and avoiding sugary drinks may reduce later obesity risk in offspring

Adequate breastfeeding (BF) and avoidance of sugary beverages in early life may reduce the risk for preadolescent obesity in infants exposed to gestational diabetes (GDM), according to a study published online March 12 in Obesity.

Best Breastfeeding Pillows 2025

Discover our pick of the best breastfeeding pillows according to real UK mums. Here's our ultimate guide to the best nursing pillows for breastfeeding and bottle feeding your baby.

Parent-approved breast pumps that are simple to use

The one product many expecting moms typically have on their to-do list is to get a breast pump – I know I had it on mine. I remember very well because of how much time I spent researching and comparing the different options to ensure I got the best one until I realized that many of them were similar. The key was finding the one that would work best for my needs and preferences.

Exclusive Breastfeeding Dramatically Reduces Food Allergy Risk, Israeli Study Reveals

The study examined three feeding patterns: exclusive breastfeeding (39% of participants), combined breastfeeding and formula (49%), and formula only (12%).