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A Dad’s “Case Against Breastfeeding”: Why I (Surprisingly!) Agree With This Guy

When I saw the headline on this Atlantic piece, titled “A Father’s Case Against Breastfeeding,” I groaned. Breastfeeding moms have it hard enough without their kids’ dads feeling rejected, or revolted, by the sight of babies on boobs. But when I read the piece, I was surprised to discover I actually agree with what this dad had to say. (No, seriously.)
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The Other Baby Book: An Interview (Plus, a Giveaway!)

I've often wished for a book that covers the big stuff natural moms are concerned about, that's done the research for you, but that isn't super crazy long… something I could sit down and actually read, rather than use simply as a flip-through reference. As it turns out, some other moms have been wanting this book, too. And they've gone ahead and written it.

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Nope, That's Not a Halloween Decoration…

Belly-bump painting is so done, y'all; parents are now coming up with countless creative methods for artistically immortalizing the afterbirth.

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Maternal Death and Complications Rising: Are Unhealthy Moms to Blame?

A recent US government study has confirmed the facts: that complications and death during childbirth are on the rise in the United States. Mainstream news coverage has followed (finally), but explanations from the experts are missing the target.

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Breastfeeding Advocacy and Activism in China: An Inside Look

In China, breastfeeding has all but disappeared from the mainstream. But a burgeoning, grassroots Chinese pro-breastfeeding movement is -- one family at a time -- bringing the practice back. 

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Are You an "EP" Parent?

This might, in fact, be Attachment Parenting 2.0.

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Home Birth and the Alpha Male

What's delivery day like for the dad of the house when it all goes down... AT the house?

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Male Midwifery Student Barred From Breastfeeding Class: Is This Fair?

A classic case of sexism? Or sensitivity to new moms' preferences and needs?

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Breastfeeding-Friendly Hospitals: How Three States Are Making it Happen

Click to find out if your state is one of them!

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Adventures In Toddler-Wearing (Plus, a Giveaway!)

Babywearing: not just for babies anymore. Toddler-wearing? Best. Idea. Ever. 

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The Weirdest Maternity Photos Ever

You've got to see these awkward pregnancy pics to believe them