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Nature's Way Circle: An American Indian Breastfeeding Community

Native mothers reclaiming an ancient tradition.

Doesn't the Breast Work Anymore?

A pioneering lactation consultant issues a rallying call to moms: trust your breasts!

Eco-Mama

In the past few decades we have become increasingly aware of the need to radically alter our lifestyles in order to draw less upon our natural resources. Breastfeeding is probably the most overlooked means of contributing to the health of our planet.

Safe and Sound Underground: HIV-Positive Women Birthing Outside the System

Grave injustices force many HIV-positive moms and their families into hiding.

Formula for Profit: How Marketing Breastmilk Substitutes Undermines the Health of Babies

A look at a campaign with widespread, negative effects.

Ban the Bags

Hospitals present new mothers with gift bags containing formula, while pediatricians' offices give new mothers a kit containing more formula, with instructions on how to use it to supplement a breastfed baby.

Molecular Miscarriage: Is the HIV Theory a Tragic Mistake?

Some scientists believe that HIV does not equal AIDS. Here's a closer look.

Taking Down the Almighty Bottle

This normalization of the bottle takes place on a variety of levels and through a variety of media.

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Yet another YMCA post... question about their response posted by alacrity, 11-12-2009 06:45:50 PM
Misleading Article posted by Rani, 11-12-2009 03:58:54 PM
Spread the message via CHECKS! posted by Sancta, 11-12-2009 04:04:36 AM

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