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I am an older mom. should i invest in a baby nurse? i plan to breastfeed.

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Healthy for you: If you can afford the service, it can be very helpful to a new mother. They can help with breast feeding after the birth but before that day, they can help monitor your health.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 9/11/2014

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