Birth Links: October 1-8, 2016

5 Cool Things No One Ever Told You About Nighttime Breastfeeding 
Breastfeed Chicago - May, 2013
1. Breastfeeding moms actually get more sleep... 
Read more evidence-backed reasons why feeding baby at night is a good thing to do. So don't worry if baby isn't sleeping through the night, there are lots of reasons why he isn't yet.
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The pill is linked to depression - and doctors can no longer ignore it  
The Guardian - October 3, 2016
We heard years ago about blood clotting from  some birth control pills. Some of us have heard of the stories about how the pill was making young women "feel funny." A study now confirms the connection between hormonal contraceptives and depression.

Having all of the information (or as much information that exists) regarding our healthcare is the first step to making informed choices. 

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Increasing Your Milk Supply
Breastfeeding Basics
Attention all nursing mothers! A lactation consultant gives us her no nonsense approach to increasing milk supply. She also boosts nursing mamas' confidences in saying that mothers should give themselves a break. 

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