My junior year of high school, a popular boy drove me home in his old VW Bug convertible. He took off his shirt as I got in the passenger seat, announcing that his car was topless and all riders must also be topless. I giggled nervously and rolled my eyes. As we sped down 7th […]
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If you’ve decided to breastfeed your baby. . .congratulations! Breastfeeding is an amazing experience, and it’s important to remember that practice makes perfect. While some babies latch right away, others take more time. Some moms experience zero pain, while other moms have difficulty in this area. What I’m saying is that everyone has a unique […]
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Every woman knows that her breasts change. That’s what boobs do—fluctuate in size and shape over time or under certain circumstances, like pregnancy. My boobs have had their share of (get ready for it) ups and downs—together with some sideways movement—over the past 45 years. Now that I’m officially post-menopausal, and enjoying the many benefits of […]
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World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7, is organized by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action and supported by organizations such as UNICEF and the WHO. The overarching goal is to provide advocacy for breastfeeding policy, education about the importance and benefits of breastfeeding, and encouragement for women who choose to breastfeed. This year World Breastfeeding Week […]
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If I see one more article about another BS claim about what this or that or not this or that has caused breast cancer I may seriously lose my mind. Can we stop blaming breast cancer patients for their illness? Please do not make someone feel guilty that they have or have not done something wrong […]
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