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Under the Affordable Care Act, women’s preventive health care – including breastfeeding support- is covered with no cost sharing for new health plans. However, many insurance companies are interpreting the mandate differently which has made the process very confusing for new parents. What are the actual benefits covered under this new law? How do insurance companies determine what type of services are covered? Plus, tips on getting the pump and lactation services you need along your breastfeeding journey.

Breastfeeding twins can be overwhelming, but with a little planning and some great props, you'll be amazed at what you can accomplish. What are some great positions to try with your newborns and how can these positions evolve over time? What about tandem nursing and the challenges of latching and nursing two babies at the same time? Plus, the pros and cons of keeping your babies on a feeding schedule. Listen for our interview with Sandy Clark, creator of the Double Blessings Twin Nursing Pillow! Enter promo code "SAVE15" and get $15 off any product on their website, http://www.doubleblessings.com

Many breastfeeding moms wonder how they can introduce solids to their babies without compromising their milk supply. What are the common signs that a baby is ready to start solid foods? What are the best foods to start with and why? And how can you keep up your supply even when your baby isn't taking as much breastmilk? 

We continue our series, Breastfeeding Expectations, where we follow three breastfeeding moms through the children's first year of life. At ten months, what's their favorite part about breastfeeding? What solids are their babies eating now? Are they supplementing with iron?

After returning to work, many breastfeeding moms have questions about pumping schedules and strategies. How much milk will you need to pump while you are away from your baby? How do you calculate how often you should pump at work? And how do you store and transfer your pumped breast milk? 

TBG049: Bonus Content! Breastfeeding Twins: Late Preterm

Breastfeeding twins can be challenging, especially when the babies are late preterm. What are some of the ways these babies behave differently? What should you know before attempting to tandem nurse? Plus, some great advice for managing triple feedings: breastfeeding, supplementation and pumping.

We're continuing our popular discussion on what it's like to breastfeed a toddler. What are some great night nursing strategies as well as ways to get your little to sleep without breastfeeding? What's the difference between producing less milk and not enough milk? Plus how to you start the weaning process if that's something you're hoping to do.

We continue our series, Breastfeeding Expectations, where we follow three breastfeeding moms through the children's first year of life. At nine months, what does their breastfeeding relationship look like? What is reverse cycling and how is it impacting one of our panelists? Plus, the challenge of keeping up your milk supply and maintaining a full-time job.

Mothers who adopt babies or have babies through a surrogate often have a desire to breastfeed. But, is it possible to bring in a milk supply without giving birth? What exactly does induced lactation look like? Is medication required? And is it possible to exclusively breastfeed without supplementation?

Despite federal and state laws protecting a mother's right to breastfeed in public, many women still face harassment and ridicule when feeding their babies outside the home. What are some of the ways women are harassed? What should you do if asked to cover up? And what resources are available for women who's rights have been violated?

If your baby is super gassy or colicky, he may be dairy intolerant. How does a breastfeeding mother's dairy intake effect her child? What symptoms should you be looking for? And if you suspect your baby may be allergic to dairy, what's the next step? 

We continue our series, Breastfeeding Expectations, where we follow three breastfeeding moms through the children's first year of life. At eight months, how do you deal with a distracted baby? Does a constantly distracted baby mean the baby is weaning herself from the breast? Plus, the challenges of pumping in the workplace. Do you feel boobytrapped? 

Your return to work after maternity leave can be challenging. Combine that with an employer who less-than supportive of your pumping rights and you have even more stress. What are your pumping rights when you return to work? How can you ensure these laws are upheld? And what's the best way to handle your break times and make them work for you?

Breastfeeding a toddler is drastically different than breastfeeding a newborn. Just ask any mom whose baby has teeth or can specifically ask for the boob. So, what does nursing a toddler really look like? How often do most mothers nurse and for how long? How do you handle biting? And what about the awkward stares from strangers while breastfeeding in public?