Midwives ‘should support informed choice’ on infant feeding says RCM
The statement, released today by the Royal College of Midwives, began with the following paragraphs: Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby’s life is [...]
What makes a supportive partner in breastfeeding? The Rock is here to demonstrate.
The Rock feeding his fiancee Lauren Hashian breakfast while she breastfeeds their baby girl Tiana just shows how breastfeeding can really be a team effort. It's not [...]
New study reveals strawberry diet flavours mother’s milk
A new study has been done on lactating women and the effects of certain foods to their milk. The study of five thousand women showed a clear [...]
Angry breastfeeding doctor writes letter to Mothercare upon receiving weaning email
Breastfeeders up and down the country were outraged to receive an email from Mothercare, which raised the topic of weaning at 10 months old. At this age, [...]
Are certain baby books causing depression in new parents?
Parenthood came to me relatively late in life (the reasons behind this would cover a whole separate blog or possibly a book). So, my closest friends and [...]
Lena Headey Had An Awkward Breastfeeding Encounter With A Fan: VIDEO
When Lena needed help feeding her newborn baby in hospital, she didn’t expect this...
Dove FINALLY pulls breastfeeding ad amidst consumer complaints
Better late than never? The controversial ad stated: "75% say breastfeeding in public is fine, 25% say put them away." and "36% are for feeding him [...]
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Exploring breastfeeding support on social media
by International Breastfeeding Journal on June 14, 2018 at 11:00 pm
Lack of breastfeeding support is often cited by mothers as one of the key reasons for premature weaning. The experiences and perceptions of breastfeeding mothers in a range of contexts and their support needs ... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal) […]
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Composition of complex sugars in breast milk may prevent future food allergies
on June 12, 2018 at 10:51 pm
The unique composition of a mother's breastmilk may help to reduce food sensitization in her infant, report researchers. The findings further highlight the health role of human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), which are not found in infant formula, and underscore their potential for therapeutic interventions. […]
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Bifidobacteria supplement colonizes gut of breastfed infants
on June 9, 2018 at 11:42 pm
Supplementing breastfed infants with activated Bifidobacterium infantis (B. infantis) bacteria had a positive impact on babies' gut microbes for up to a year, according to a recent study. […]
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Frontline health workers and exclusive breastfeeding guidelines in an HIV endemic South African community: a qualitative exploration of policy translation
by International Breastfeeding Journal on June 6, 2018 at 11:00 pm
Mothers rely heavily on health worker advice to make infant feeding decisions. Confusing or misleading advice can lead to suboptimal feeding practices. From 2001, HIV positive mothers in South Africa were coun... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal) […]
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Deep breast pain during lactation: a case-control study in Sweden investigating the role of Candida albicans
by International Breastfeeding Journal on June 6, 2018 at 11:00 pm
Deep breast pain during lactation, with or without accompanying nipple pain and soreness continues to be anecdotally linked to infection by Candia albicans despite lack of robust evidence in the literature that C... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal) […]