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The Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices are based upon the most recent, evidence-based research. They are recommendations to help ease the birthing process and instill confidence. While some may have unique circumstances, all parents can benefit from understanding the options and information available to them.
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August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Kicking off the month-long awareness event is World Breastfeeding Week. The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) hosts yearly this event and this year's theme is "Support Breastfeeding for a Healthier Planet," which highlights the impact of infant feeding on the environment/climate change. As part of the many informative activities planned, WABA hosted an "Ask Me Anything" session on their Facebook page this week and will post answers to the questions this Friday, August 7.
Rebekah Otto, Editor-in-Chief, Babylist, took an online class from Lamaze during her second pregnancy. Read her VBAC birth story.
Rebekah, Oakland
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