Mom gear: Breastfeeding pillow a great help to moms and newborns

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by Lorain County Moms

By Emilie Lucchesi, McClatchy-Tribune

In January, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a call to action about breastfeeding. Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin said breastfeeding helps protect infants from infections and illnesses. Benjamin cited a study in the journal Pediatrics that estimates the U.S. could save $13 billion a year if babies were protected from such illness and infection.

Most American women begin breastfeeding after childbirth, but only 13 percent of babies are exclusively breastfed by six months of age, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

Many feeding aids are available to help mothers increase feeding ease and comfort. The Natural Boost from Leachco is a feeding pillow placed on the mother’s lap. The pillow has a booster pillow that can be raised or lowered in order to position baby’s head in a comfortable angle.

The booster pillow adjustment can be positioned on either side of the pillow or removed for travel. Once baby outgrows the need for elevation, the booster can be removed and the pillow can be used as a regular nursing pillow.

It is available in two color options. Pricing starts at $29.95; available at Babyearth.com, Amazon.com, WalMart.com and Babiesrus.com.