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07/29/2026

For more research-backed information on breastfeeding, check out Parenting Translator’s podcast parentingtranslator.substack.com/subscribe.

RESEARCH SUMMARY ON PUMPING:
More than 85% of mothers in the United States report pumping breastmilk occasionally (Labiner-Wolfe, Fein, Shealy, & Wang, 2008). A recent study estimates that 6.9% of mothers are “exclusive pumpers” (mothers who express breastmilk with a pump yet do not feed directly from the breast; Keim, Boone, Oza-Frank, & Geraghty, 2017). Yet, there is very little research guiding women on how to pump effectively and how to be successful at “exclusive pumping”. There is also very little support from healthcare professionals in helping mothers to reach their pumping goals (Leurer et al., 2019).

Many mothers feel like exclusive pumping is their only option for offering their baby breastmilk due to concerns about baby’s milk intake, health issues, difficulty establishing a good latch, or painful breastfeeding.

Most previous research examines breastfeeding versus formula-feeding but there is emerging research in the last 10 years that is examining the impact of feeding directly at the breast vs. pumping.

BREASTFEEDING SUCCESS
First, women who pump more frequently may be more likely to quit breastfeeding earlier(Felice, Cassano, & Rasmussen, 2016), a finding which likely reflects the difficulty of this method compared to direct breastfeeding

HEALTH IMPACTS
Feeding directly at the breast is associated with less risk for ear infections when compared to pumping (Boone, Geraghty, & Keim, 2016). However, both direct breastfeeding and pumping are related to a lower risk of diarrhea when compared to formula-feeding. Another study found that direct breastfeeding reduced the risk for coughing/wheezing episodes in the first year of life when compared to either pumped milk or formula-feeding (Soto-Ramírez et al. 2013). Direct breastfeeding is also associated with a lower risk of asthma when compared to pumped milk or formula-feeding (Klopp et al., 2017).

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07/28/2026

Stay focused, stay safe! 🚗✨ Every day, 9 lives are lost due to distracted driving in the U.S. Let’s change that—keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel!

All information provided by Prevent Child Injury — www.preventchildinjury.org

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07/27/2026

Drowning is a leading cause of death in young children around the world. As summer is beginning and pools are opening, you may be wondering if there is any research on whether swim lessons for young children effectively prevent unintentional drowning? 🤔

One study found that swim lessons for 1- to 4-year-old children may be associated with an 88% reduction in drowning risk (Brenner et al., 2009). However, given the relative rarity of drowning accidents, further research is needed in order to confirm this statistic. In addition, it is important to note that this study compared the drowning rates in children who participated in formal swimming lessons versus children who did not and there are many other differences between these families.

⭐️ In summary, there is some evidence that swim lessons may provide some benefit, but there is no evidence that swim lessons can entirely eliminate the risk of drowning. Therefore, adult supervision (remaining within arm’s reach of the child) is the best approach for keeping children safe. ⭐️

➡️ When should you start swim lessons?
➡️ What about ISR survival swim lessons or infant swim lessons?
➡️ Should you let your child wear floaties or life jackets?
➡️ What else can you do to keep your child safe around water?

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07/24/2026

Research estimates that postpartum depression occurs in about 17% of mothers across the world. For most mothers, symptoms of depression emerge 4 to 6 weeks after birth and gradually decrease in subsequent months. However, postpartum depression can occur at any time in the 3 years after a pregnancy or birth.

Swipe ➡️ for research-backed tips for postpartum depression.

If the symptoms of postpartum depression cause significant distress or impair your day-to-day-functioning or if you are experiencing any thoughts related to harming yourself or others, you should contact a mental health professional immediately.

For more information on postpartum depression and other research-backed information on postpartum mental health, check out this week’s Parenting Translator newsletter at parentingtranslator.substack.com.

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07/23/2026

Safe sleep starts with a firm, flat surface and a snug, fitted sheet. Avoid blankets, pillows, and toys in the crib—just a clean sheet over a flat mattress is all your baby needs for a safe and restful sleep. 💤 Let's protect our little ones by following these safe sleep guidelines!

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07/22/2026

If you have asthma, an asthma attack can happen when you are exposed to “asthma triggers.” Your triggers can be very different from those of someone else with asthma. Know your triggers and learn how to avoid them. Watch out for an attack when you can’t avoid the triggers.

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07/21/2026

Preteens are at an important stage in their lives. They are starting to make some of their own choices. At the same time, they are still listening to you. That’s why this is a great time to teach them that exposure to loud noises can damage their hearing and that noise-induced hearing loss can build over time, is permanent, and preventable.

The ability to hear well helps kids succeed in school, sports, and their personal relationships. Many everyday sources of noise, however, can potentially damage hearing. These environments can include school cafeterias, band rehearsals, concerts, sporting events, workshop equipment, and portable listening devices.

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07/20/2026

When kids are anxious, it’s natural to want to help them feel better. But by trying to protect kids from the things that upset them, you can accidentally make anxiety worse. The best way to help kids overcome anxiety is to teach them to deal with anxiety as it comes up. With practice, they will be less anxious.

When a child gets upset in an uncomfortable situation and their parents take them out of the situation, they learn that getting upset is a good way to cope. Instead, it’s helpful for parents to let kids know that they’re going to be okay, even if they’re scared.

You can show your child empathy without agreeing with their fears. For example, you might say: “I know you’re scared to get this shot. It’s okay to be scared. You can get through this, and I’m going to help you.” It’s usually helpful to avoid leading questions (“Are you worried about the test tomorrow?”). Instead, ask open questions (“How do you feel about the test tomorrow?”). You can use your tone of voice and body language to show your child that you’re calm, which can help them stay calm too.

Parents can also help by keeping kids distracted before something that might be upsetting, like a doctor’s appointment. Sometimes it helps to talk with your child about what might happen if their fears came true. What would they do? Who would they ask for help? Having a plan can calm anxiety.

Finally, parents can model healthy ways of handling anxiety. Parents get anxious too, and that’s okay! The goal is to show your child that anxiety is normal and that it doesn’t have to be a big deal.

All information provided by the Child Mind Institute — https://fb.com/ChildMindInstitute

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07/17/2026

Parents often complain that their child is not gaining weight and worry that there is some underlying medical reason. On the other hand, many parents are sometimes not aware that their child is falling on the growth chart until they are seen by their pediatrician. Poor weight gain becomes a problem when a child falls below the third percentile for weight on more than one consecutive measurement or if their weight declines and crosses at least two major percentile lines. When this happens, the child is now described as “failure to thrive” or FTT.

Review this overview of FTT and always reach out to your child's pediatrician if you have any questions or concerns.

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07/16/2026

Q&A 👇⁠
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Does it have to be 3? No. You pick how many.
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Does it have to be in a little cup? No. ⁠
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What if I think 3 is too few? Add more.⁠
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What if I don’t want to add candy to the side of lunch? Don’t.⁠
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If I don’t add candy/dessert to the side of a meal will my child have a bad relationship with food? If the idea doesn’t sit right with you, don’t use it. Not all strategies are for every family. Not using this strategy doesn’t mean your child will have a bad relationship with food. ⁠
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Do I have to introduce my child to candy early to make it no big deal? No. ⁠
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What if my 2yo wants more candy? Up to you what to do, just like with every other food on their plate. There are many reasons parents offer more or no more foods. There is not one right way that will make sure your child has a good relationship with food and not one wrong way that will ensure your child has a dumpster fire relationship with food. There’s flexibility and you can find what works for you and your child.⁠
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There’s not one right way to do this. 😘⁠

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1650 Huntingdon Pike
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Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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