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Breastfeeding discussions inadequate at first prenatal visit
Discussions about breastfeeding infrequent and brief.
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Evidence-Based Medicine
Limited Formula Supplementation May Not Adversely Affect Breastfeeding
Although exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life is recommended by several health organizations, there may be a delay before abundant maternal milk production is established.
Ob/Gyn Information Center
Breastfeeding Linked to Lower Risk of Stroke Post-Menopause
Stroke risk 19% lower with breastfeeding for 1 to 6 months; stronger link for longer duration.
Stat Consult
Stat Consult: Breastfeeding
A quick review of breastfeeding recommendations, including timelines for infant weaning, guidelines for appropriate supplementation and contraindications.
Pediatrics Information Center
USPSTF recommends primary care breastfeeding intervention support
The USPSTF reviewed evidence on the benefits and harms of breastfeeding support interventions.
Ob/Gyn Information Center
Guidelines Indicate Breastfeeding is Safe After Maternal Anesthesia
Breastfeeding is safe after anesthesia, according to guidelines issued by the Association of Anaesthetists.
Pediatrics Information Center
Breastfeeding Inversely Linked to Infant BMI Z Score
Breastfeeding is inversely associated with body mass index z scores measured at 12 months, and the association is attenuated with formula supplementation by 6 months.
Web Exclusives
Hospitals continue free infant formula distribution, despite criticism
The majority of hospitals continue to include infant formula sample packs in discharge packs for new mothers despite criticism that the practice discourages breastfeeding recommendations.
Asthma Information Center
Longer Duration of Breastfeeding Tied to Lower Childhood Asthma Risk
Researchers investigated the association between breastfeeding duration and childhood asthma using data from 2021 mother-child dyads.
Pediatrics Information Center
Breastfeeding Linked to Fewer Behavioral Difficulties for Children
Breastfeeding is associated with fewer parent-reported behavioral difficulties, which decrease further with longer duration of breastfeeding.
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