Breastfeeding: HindmilkCurrent as of: November 21, 2017 |
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Breastfeeding: HindmilkTopic OverviewHindmilk makes up the last two-thirds of the milk in each breast. It contains more fat than the rest of the milk, called foremilk, so it is rich in calories and nutrients. It is important for babies to breastfeed long enough on one breast to get the hindmilk. To get to the hindmilk, breastfeeding (or pumping) should continue on one breast until it is emptied. This usually requires at least 10 to 20 minutes of breastfeeding per breast. Other Places To Get HelpOrganizationsU.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Women's Health www.hrsa.gov/womenshealth/index.html La Leche League International www.llli.org Related InformationCredits
ByHealthwise Staff Current as ofNovember 21, 2017
Current as of: November 21, 2017 |
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