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An expecting mum's breasts begin to change and prepare for feeding her baby almost the moment she becomes pregnant. But as natural as these changes are, they aren't without certain obstacles that can affect any mum. Let's look at four common problems new mums face when breastfeeding, and then offer some tips on how to avoid them.

An expecting mum's breasts begin to change and prepare for feeding her baby almost the moment she becomes pregnant. But as natural as these changes are, they aren't without certain obstacles that can affect any mum. Let's look at four common problems new mums face when breastfeeding, and then offer some tips on how to avoid them.

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"The study did not suggest that breast augmentation impeded breastfeeding. In fact, other research has proven that most women who have such a procedure can successfully breastfeed their baby. "

"The study did not suggest that breast augmentation impeded breastfeeding. In fact, other research has proven that most women who have such a procedure can successfully breastfeed their baby. "

Texas based researchers found that an increasingly common pollutant called perchlorate may interfere with the bioavailability of the iodine in breast milk, thus decreasing an infant's intake.

Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned parenting pro, breastfeeding often comes with its fair share of questions. Here are answers to some common inquiries that mothers - new and veteran - may have.

There are many changes that women go through during pregnancy. Some, like enlarged breasts and milk production, are pretty obvious ones. Some, for reasons I can't understand, are never written about in medical journals. I think it's a conspiracy...

What is it?
A baby who refuses to breastfeed, and is not in the process of being weaned, is said to be on a "nursing strike." A nursing strike is your baby's way of telling you that something's wrong. And it'll probably take a little detective work to figure out the problem.
What causes it?
According to the La Leche League International, some of the most common reasons for a nursing strike include:

Experts at the American Academy of Pediatrics say breast-feeding and proper immunizations can both lower baby's risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).