This site is dedicated to providing information, encouragement, and support to families whose children have been diagnosed with CYSTIC FIBROSIS and who wish to breastfeed their babies.
It is our goal that every woman who chooses to breastfeed her baby feels supported in that choice.
It is our hope that if you plan to or are currently breastfeeding and finding it difficult to work with your medical team, you can use this site to self-educate and more effectively discuss your wishes.
As moms of children with cystic fibrosis, we understand the unique challenges you may face when caring for your child. We offer you our hearts, OUR STORIES,and our experience to help support you along your journey into motherhood through nursing.
We have gathered ARTICLES AND STUDIES on breastfeeding and cystic fibrosis and share our personal stories to give you the support you need to provide your child with the best nutrition possible - YOUR BREAST MILK.
Don't forget to sign in so you can take advantage of our DISCUSSION FORUMS as well. They include moms like you who have babies with CF and also some La Leche League friends and leaders.
And when they begin to make that journey towards solid foods, don't forget to check out our NUTRITION SUPPORT site as well. You'll find the latest research on nutrition, supplements and complimentary care. Plus you'll find a growing library of recipes to help you prepare HEALTHY, SUPPORTIVE, HIGH calorie meals and snacks.
Thank you and we hope your baby can begin or continue his journey with you, being loved, cherished and nourished at your breast.
Much Health and Happiness,
Jody
Editor of CFNutrition4Life
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CFN4LIFE FEATURED IN MOTHERING MAGAZINE Thanks to Mothering Magazine's online newsletter, our message of support is spreading. See the announcement HERE.
NEW ARTICLE You will be happy to note a new article entitled KEEPING DIGESTIVE ISSUES AT BAY by Dr. George Wootan. It provides very useful information about the role of breast milk in the developing infant.
HELPFUL TOOL Thanks to one of our visitors, we also have new information about a device which actually measures the fat content of breast milk. It is called a CREAMATOCRIT and it can be used to help determine calorie content and intake for any breastfeeding mom. I thought this would be particularly helpful for those who are having a difficult time estimating and determining caloric intake.
COMING SOON In the summer edition, you will find an article about the options for using BREAST MILK BANKS for moms who can not breastfeed their CF infant or who are and may require additional calories through supplemental feeding.
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