5 Breastfeeding Myths You Probably Believe are True

Here is an article on some common breastfeeding myths. Have a look and comment about what other myths YOU'VE heard about breastfeeding. In coming posts we will address more breastfeeding myths! 

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"There are so many barriers and roadblocks to successful breastfeeding that make it so hard for so many women who want and do try. Medical professionals often get in the way of breastfeeding -- sometimes even lactation consultants can give bad advice.

No wonder our country's breastfeeding rates are so low, eh?

The number one weapon we have against bad information and advice is to SQUASH IT LIKE A BUG!By perpetuating myths, we only continue to make things harder for women in the future. That's why it's so important to really listen when someone tries to explain to you where someone misled you if you're discussing reasons why breastfeeding didn't work out for you -- even if it's too late for you, any time you discuss your baby's feedings, you can help quell the myths that were your downfall so maybe where you failed, someone else can succeed!

So, here we go..."