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is best for both of them.
You can
help make
it easier.
Breastfeeding is natural. It’s the healthiest choice.
But it is not always easy. Education and support — before,
during and after the hospital stay — can increase success.
You can make it happen. Talk to new and expectant mothers about
the benefits of breastfeeding. Refer them to resources like the
Arkansas Breastfeeding Helpline at 1-800-445-6175.
Order or download educational materials for mothers and health care
providers at afmc.org/tools. And find out more at afmc.org/breastfeeding.
A small investment of your time can make a big difference in Arkansas’
future health. And theirs.

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THE ARKANSAS FOUNDATION
FOR SOCIETY
MEDICAL CARE INC. (AFMC) PURSUANT TO A CONTRACT WITH THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, DIVISION OF MEDICAL SERVICES.
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THE CONTENTS PRESENTED DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT ARKANSAS DHS POLICY. THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES IS IN COMPLIANCE WITH TITLES VI AND VII OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT. QP2-BFOB.AD,1/16