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Vasospasm and breastfeeding
Vasospasm affects the flow of milk from the nipple and can be a painful condition for women breastfeeding. Learn about vasospasm and how to relieve the pain.
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Breastfeeding while pregnant
It is usually perfectly safe to carry on breastfeeding while you’re pregnant with your next child, although you might experience a few changes in your body.
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Diet and medication while breastfeeding
Breastfeeding mothers don't need a special diet. But small amounts of what you eat can enter your breast milk, so knowing what's safe is important.
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Breastfeeding your baby
Breastfeeding is the most natural way to feed your baby, providing all the nutrition your baby needs during the first six months of life and a loving bond with your baby.
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A partner’s guide to breastfeeding
Learn what you need to know about breastfeeding and how you can support your partner. Also read up on activities to help you bond with your baby.
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Religious fasting – pregnancy and breastfeeding
Religions that include fasting, such as Islam, Christianity and Judaism, all have rules to ensure you fast safely during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Learn more about religious fasting.
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Cold and flu during pregnancy and breastfeeding
When you are pregnant or breastfeeding you need to be careful how you treat cold or flu as it can effect your unborn baby.
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Herbal teas during pregnancy and breastfeeding
It's usually OK to drink herbal tea while you're pregnant or breastfeeding, but herbal teas are not regulated in Australia, so it's important to speak to your doctor or midwife first.
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Breastfeeding and cancer treatment
Receiving treatment for cancer, including breast cancer, will affect whether you can breastfeed safely – it depends on the treatment.
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