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Breastfeeding

Trusted information on breastfeeding including the benefits, when you can start, how often, positioning your baby, and where to get help and support.

Breastfeeding and periods

There are many factors that determine when your period will return when you are breastfeeding. Learn more about breastfeeding and periods here.

Breastfeeding and work

Links to trusted information about breastfeeding and work.

Breastfeeding problems

Links to trusted information about breastfeeding problems.

Medicines and breastfeeding

Most medicines are safe to take while you are breastfeeding, but some can affect your baby. Learn which medicines you can take and where to go for advice.

Baby feeding

Links to trusted information about baby feeding.

Weaning

Links to trusted information about weaning.

Breast cancer prevention

Trusted information on breast cancer prevention, including screening, diet and lifestyle, breastfeeding, and links to trusted resources

Vaginal thrush treatments

Trusted information about vaginal thrush treatments, and alternative treatments if you are pregnant or breastfeeding can be found on this page.

Asthma and pregnancy

Trusted information on asthma and pregnancy including the effects, managing it, giving birth and breastfeeding, plus links to trusted resources.

Anaesthesia

Trusted information about anaesthesia from leading Australian health organisations, including links to content on epidural, breastfeeding, risks and complications.