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BreastfeedingWelcome to our series on breastfeeding. We are thrilled to have Dr. Ruth Lawrence, Professor of Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynocology at the University of Rochester and one of the nation's leading authorities on breastfeeding discuss a variety of related topics. We also have Sue Costanza, RN and Lactation Consultant with Rochester General Hospital joined by Athesia Benjamin, an MCC art professor with much experience nursing her babies, who focus on positioning the baby and on latching on. We also have registered nurse and lactation counselor Linda Howel and pediatrician Dr. Sue Tanski give tips to nursing parents. Lastly, we have Lynthia Nawrot, a young nursing mom and her 2-month old baby Daijah, sharing her experiences with Diane Clune, a WIC breastfeeding consultant. Joining them is Jerel Goff, a supportive dad, discussing the experiences he and his wife have had and how breastfeeding has enriced their lives. Breastfeeding 1 - Click here to join Lynthia, Jerel and Diane and hear the stories of these young parents and how breastfeeding changed their lives and helped them establish the all-important attachment with their baby. Time - 30 minutes. Breastfeeding 2 - Click here to join Dr. Lawrence as she discusses a wide variety of topics related to breastfeeding. Time - one hour Breastfeeding 3 - Click here - Professor Athesia Benjamin interviews Dr. Lawrence on all the different substances nursing moms can put into their bodies while breastfeeding. Caffeine, alcohol, herbs and nicotine are some of the topics discussed. Time - one hour. Breastfeeding 4 - Click here - Dr. Ruth Lawrence and Professor Athesia Benjamin host a live, call in TV show. A variety of questions are asked by viewers including "What should I do because my baby is teething and starting to bite?" and "My husband and I want to get pregnant again. Do I need to wean first?" Time 1-hour. Breastfeeding 5 - Click here to join Sue Costanza and Athesia Benjamin and learn a variety of techniques for getting your baby to latch on to the breast. This is a hands-on, visual demonstration. Time - 40 minutes Breastfeeding 6 - Click here to join Sue and Athesia to learn a number of positions to consider when holding your baby while nursing. This is a hands-on, visual demonstration. Time 45 minutes. Breastfeeding 7 - Click here - for more tips and challenges on breastfeeding from Linda Howell, a registered nurse and lactation counselor at GCHS. Time 26 minutes. Breastfeeding 8 - Click here - Dr. Sue Tanski, a pediatrician at GCHS and Rochester General Pediatric Associates, explores a variety of topics related to breastfeeding. She appears with her son, 3 1/2 month-old Ryan. Time 25 minutes. Survey - Click here to take a 1-minute survey and help us improve our video offerings to you. Direct URL addresses:
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