According to recent studies, abrupt weaning while breastfeeding is a risk factor associated with postpartum mood disorders.   Studies are now showing that breastfeeding, done properly, can help reduce the risk of postpartum mood disorders.  You should always check with your pediatrician, ob/gyn or primary healthcare provider about the decision to breastfeed and/or when to stop.  This page is not intended to take the place of the advice of your healthcare provider. 

Below are links to some excellent websites designed to give you more information about breastfeeding.

Southern Maine Medical Center's Baby Education Page........................www.smmcbaby.org/education.php

Breastfeeding Made Simple.......................................................................www.breastfeedingmadesimple.com

La Leche League of Maine and New Hampshire......................................www.lllusa.org/MENH/MaineNH.html

American Academy of Pediatrics Breastfeeding Information................www.aap.org/healthtopics/breastfeeding.cfm

The Breastfeeding Center of Maine ..........................................................www.ourbirthroots.org/resources.html

Kelly Mom (Up-to-date information on breastfeeding and parenting)...www.kellymom.com

Breastfeeding.Com.......................................................................................www.breastfeeding.com

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Nursing Mothers' Support Services at Southern Maine Medical Center...www.smmcbaby.org..........Janice Lessard, R.N., IBCLC & Katherine O'Connor R.N., IBCLC are experienced Board Certified Lactation Consultants available to help you through the challenges and joys of breastfeeding.  We can provide you with evidence-based information regarding breastfeeding and medications (antidepressants, mood stabilizers, etc.).  We will collaborate with your Health Care Team to provide continuity of care, and to help you maintain your breastfeeding relationship.  We can also provide: Lactation Consultations (available by appointment), Authorized Medula pump and rental program, Breast pump sales, Nursing Bras, and much more!  For more information about our program, please call (207)283-7335                                                                                                                                                        

The Breastfeeding Cafe.....Tuesday mornings from 9-11 in the Perkins House of Graves Library, Kennebunkport, ME......Come enjoy coffee or tea and visit with other breastfeeding mothers

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