{"id":434,"date":"2022-07-08T17:50:07","date_gmt":"2022-07-08T17:50:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jaguarviber.com\/?p=434"},"modified":"2022-12-26T15:08:25","modified_gmt":"2022-12-26T15:08:25","slug":"thinking-about-breastfeeding-benefits-for-the-new-baby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jaguarviber.com\/index.php\/2022\/07\/08\/thinking-about-breastfeeding-benefits-for-the-new-baby\/","title":{"rendered":"Thinking about breastfeeding? Benefits for the new baby"},"content":{"rendered":"

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At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC), we know the current formula shortage has left many people and families feeling anxious. Some people are struggling to find formula for their infants, can\u2019t find their usual brand, or have to visit multiple stores.<\/p>\n

Remember that families have more than one safe option for feeding their babies. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services suggests talking with your child\u2019s doctor<\/a> to determine the best plan for you and your baby.<\/p>\n

If breastfeeding is part of the feeding plan for your baby, or if you are pregnant and plan to breastfeed, we have resources available to support you.<\/p>\n

Get your free breast pump<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Most members who are in third trimester of pregnancy or have already delivered their baby can get a breast pump at no extra cost.<\/p>\n

To learn more about eligibility and benefits, visit our preventive care page<\/a> and scroll down to Pregnancy and Childbirth. The information on this page applies to all non-grandfathered plans.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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August is National Breastfeeding Month<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n

Many Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina plans offer breastfeeding support, supplies and counseling for new mothers. Learn more about preventive care benefits<\/a> for pregnancy and childbirth. If you are a Healthy Blue member, find pregnancy-related resources and support here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Find a lactation consultant<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many of our members have access to a lactation (breastfeeding) counselor at no extra cost. This is considered a preventive care service<\/a>, which means it\u2019s covered at 100% through in-network providers.<\/p>\n

Lactation counselors are health professionals who can help new moms prevent or solve breastfeeding difficulties. They can help you with things like:<\/p>\n