A Postpartum examination is necessary for the woman who has recently given birth. This is also a good time to discuss contraception needs. Both private providers and clinics provide this service. Breast Feeding Your Baby Breastfeeding is recommended for the first year of life. The size of a woman's breasts has nothing to do with her ability to produce milk for her baby.
Breast milk is convenient, easily digested and best for the baby.
Lactation consultants specialize in helping breastfeeding mothers. Many health departments have these consultants to help you with any breastfeeding problem or offer advice. If you do not have a private doctor for your baby, the nurse can help arrange for check-ups at the health department. The inclusion of links from this site does not imply endorsement by the Department for Public Health. The Department makes no endorsement, express or implied, of any links to or from this site, nor is it responsible for the content or activities of any linked sites.