Breastfeeding Advice for Families with Allergies

5th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: B

Language: English

Indications: Breastfeeding families who have allergies on either side of the family and who want to breastfeed

Describes why exclusive breastfeeding for at least two months is an ideal beginning for a baby who is potentially allergic. Gives practical advice to mothers who want a break from nursing including information on different types of formula. Also gives detailed information on how to collect and store bottles of breast milk.

Breastfeeding After a Cesarean

4th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: E

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women who are anticipating a cesarean birth and new mothers who have recently given birth via cesarean

Gives detailed information and illustrations on how to find a comfortable position after a cesarean. Includes sequence of drawings on how to switch breasts without help. Discusses milk supply and how to tell if the baby is getting enough milk.

Breastfeeding and the Diabetic Mother

6th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: E

Language: English

Indications: Diabetic women who are pregnant or newly postpartum

Explains the benefits of breastfeeding for women who are diabetic. Includes illustrations of breastfeeding positions that are comfortable after a vaginal or cesarean birth. Discusses blood sugar and need to avoid low blood sugar. Advises women how to avoid breast infections, thrush, sore nipples and doubts about milk supply.

Breastfeeding Your Premie

5th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: E

Language: English, Spanish

Indications: New mothers who wish to pump milk for premature babies and those whose babies are becoming ready to go to breast

Gives the advantages of breast milk for premies and their mothers. Explains that larger and more mature babies may go to the breast directly while others need to be tube fed breast milk.

Helping a Baby Deal with the Effects of Drugs

2nd grade reading level, 15 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: C

Language: English

Indications: Mothers or other caregivers of infants who were exposed in utero to drugs

Explains that good parenting can do much to help newborns cope with the after affects of prenatal exposure to street drugs, such as cocaine.

Jaundice in Newborn Babies

8th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: E

Language: English

Indications: All new parents so that they can minimize the occurrence of jaundice, especially nursing mothers

Explains the normal newborn physiology types of jaundice, including a clarification of "breast milk jaundice." Gives nursing mothers a clear understanding of nursing frequently enough.

When Your Baby Needs Your Milk

6th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: E

Language: English

Indications: For new mothers of premature or other babies who are unable to suckle directly but who would benefit from breast milk

Helps new mothers learn how to collect breast milk for a baby who is unable to suckle. Describes breast massage and hand expression as well as options in good breast pumps. Also gives advice on containers for storing milk. Includes 10 easy-to-follow steps in collecting milk.

Your Premie Needs You

5th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: E

Language: English

Indications: Parents whose baby has recently been born prematurely

This pamphlet addresses the crucial need for parents to feel like parents, even if their baby is in a NICU, for the long term well-being of the child and the family. Illustrations show parents with premature babies, including kangaroo care.