Trusted information from government agencies and established nonprofit organizations.
Below are free, publicly available resources from government agencies and established nonprofit organizations that families may find helpful between visits. These resources are provided for general information only and are not a substitute for individualized guidance from your IBCLC or healthcare provider. If you have questions about your own or your baby's feeding, health, or medication use, please reach out to your North Shore Lactation consultant or your medical provider directly.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's overview of current breastfeeding guidelines, including recommended duration of exclusive breastfeeding, introducing complementary foods, and safety guidance for feeding during travel, emergencies, and everyday care.
A collection of free guides, fact sheets, and tools from the federal Office on Women's Health, including "Your Guide to Breastfeeding," workplace breastfeeding resources for employers and employees, and links to additional federal and national breastfeeding organizations.
Practical, evidence-based guidance on how to safely store, thaw, warm, and transport expressed breast milk, including recommended time and temperature limits for the refrigerator, freezer, and countertop.
A free, peer-reviewed database from the National Institutes of Health containing information on medications and other substances to which breastfeeding mothers may be exposed, including levels found in breast milk, potential effects on nursing infants, and possible alternatives. Always review any medication questions with your physician or pharmacist as well.
A long-standing nonprofit organization offering free, volunteer-led breastfeeding support, local meetings, and educational resources for breastfeeding families around the world.
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