“Breastfeeding: The Doctor’s Perspective” – with Dr. Stephanie Melka
Infant Feeding
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40m
Dr. Stephanie Melka explains the medical side of breastfeeding, and how she has worked to fill the gap between other obstetricians or pediatricians and lactation consultants, who are knowledgeable but don’t diagnose or treat. She shares common advice for mothers on breastfeeding, her own experience breastfeeding, and more.
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