In this issue: the benefits of breastfeeding, even during a pandemic

[link removed]
[link removed]

When your baby is born, there are plenty of things to think about, and one of the first is how to feed your newborn, be it breastfeeding, bottle-feeding or both. August is National Breastfeeding Month, so to mark it we gatheredsome information to answer your frequently asked questions ([link removed]) on breastfeeding.
[link removed]


** Can I breastfeed if I have COVID-19? ([link removed])
------------------------------------------------------------
If you have tested positive for COVID-19, or if you think you have been exposed to the virus, in all likelihood it is safe to continue nursing your child — as long as you take the proper precautions to avoid spreading the virus to your infant.

[link removed]


** Making the decision to breastfeed ([link removed])
------------------------------------------------------------

Trying to decide whether or not to breastfeed your newborn? Our lactation experts explain some of the benefits of breastfeeding and some of the issues you may have to navigate when choosing to breastfeed.

============================================================

Like this email?
Forward it to your friends, and let them know they can ** sign up here ([link removed])
.

** ([link removed])
** ([link removed])
** Twitter ([link removed])
** Facebook ([link removed])
** RSS ([link removed])
** Website ([link removed])
** Email (mailto:[email protected])
Copyright © 2020 Children's National Hospital. All rights reserved.

Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can ** update your preferences ([link removed])
or ** unsubscribe from this list ([link removed])
.