Mums who choose bottle over breastfeeding ‘demonised’

Source: BBC

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Date of publication: December 2010

In a nutshell: A senior lecturer discusses some of the implications of a strident “breast is best” policy on the attitudes and behaviour of some mothers.

Publication type: Comment

Length of publication: 1 page

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Breastfeeding duration and academic achievement at 10 Years

Source: Pediatrics

Pediatrics, Published online December 20, 2010, doi:10.1542/peds.2009-3489)

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Date of publication: December 2010

In a nutshell: This Australian study suggests that breastfeeding for 6 months or longer may have a positive affect on the academic achievement of male children at 10 years of age. However, it appeared to have no effect on female children.

Publication type: Journal article

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Key GP questions on infant feeding problems

Source: Pulse

Pulse, 14 December 2010,

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Date of publication: December 2010

In a nutshell:  A GP and breastfeeding specialist answers questions on various issues relating to breastfeeding and formula milk.

Publication type: Interview

Length of publication: 1 page

Preventing postpartum depression with support regarding breastfeeding decisions

Source: Psychiatric Clinics of North America

Psychiatric Clinics of North America, Article in press, December 2010, doi:10.1016/j.psc.2010.11.010

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Date of publication: December 2010

In a nutshell: This article looks at the processes of assessing and detecting postpartum depression  and preventive interventions, including prevention strategies in breastfeeding decision support.

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