Peer-led prenatal breast-feeding education: A viable alternative to nurse-led education.

Source: Midwifery, 2012, 28(1), p. 733-9.

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Date of publication: February, 2012.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: An evaluation of a pre-natal breastfeeding class developed and facilitated by peer breastfeeding “buddies” in comparison with an established nurse-led class. The findings suggest that peer-led breastfeeding classes can enhance the accessibility of breastfeeding education and support for expectant mothers.

Length of publication: 8 pages.

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Inside track: breastfeeding and returning to work……working out the details.

Source: Journal of Human Lactation, 2012, 28 (1), p.87-88.

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Date of publication: February, 2012.

Publication type: Journal article.

In a nutshell: An advice sheet aimed at breastfeeding mothers who are planning their return to work.

Length of publication: 2 pages.

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Development and Piloting of an Instrument That Measures Company Support for Breastfeeding

Source: Journal of Human Lactation, 2012, 28 (1), p.20-7.

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Date of publication: February, 2012.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: This papers outlines the results of a pilot study which examined differing levels of company support for breastfeeding employees in Michigan, U.S. It found that health sector and larger employers offered more support, however, few companies had formal written policies on breastfeeding or pumping at work. Although some supports were limited, companies provided some type of space and time for pumping for employees who were breastfeeding.

Length of publication: 8 pages.

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In-hospital formula supplementation of breastfed babies: a population-based survey

 

Source: Birth: Issues in Perinatal Care, 2011, 38 (4), p. 302-10.

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Date of publication: December, 2011.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: A study exploring the use of in-hospital formula supplementation and the factors associated with both mother and baby and care setting which influence this practice. The study suggests that the baby-friendly hospital initiative may be an effective strategy to better support exclusive breastfeeding.

Length of publication: 9 pages.

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Learning the hard way: expectations and experiences of infant feeding support

Source: Birth: Issues in Perinatal Care, 2012, early view: DOI: 10.1111/j.1523-536X.2011.00509.x

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Date of publication: 9^th January, 2012.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: Results of a large-scale national survey which aimed to gain a better understanding of what support is needed in the post-partum period to enable women to initiate and continue to breast feed their babies.

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St. Mary’s Hospital to stop providing formula milk.

Source: BBC News

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Date of publication: 26^th September, 2011.

Publication type: News item.

In a nutshell: A news item outlining the decision taken by St. Mary’s Hospital, Manchester to stop providing formula milk for newborn babies in response to “women’s needs” and increasing breastfeeding rates.

Length of publication: 1 webpage.

Why do so many mums stop breastfeeding?

Source: BBC

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Date of publication: 20 August 2011

In a nutshell: This article discusses possible reasons why women stop breastfeeding earlier than recommended.

Publication type: News story

Length of publication:  1 page

Knowledge, attitudes and practices of health professionals and women towards medication use in breastfeeding: A review

Source: International Breastfeeding Journal

International Breastfeeding Journal, 26 August 2011, 6:11 doi:10.1186/1746-4358-6-11.

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Date of publication: Sept 2011

In a nutshell: This article reviews the literature on knowledge, attitudes and practice of both health professionals and women  in relation to medication and breastfeeding.  It found that generally knowledge was poor and that attitude and practice was largely guided by experience.

Publication type: Journal article

Length of publication:  43 pages

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Four-in-five Welsh breastfeeding mums ‘forced to quit’

Source: BBC

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Date of publication: 29 July 2011

In a nutshell:  A survey in Wales suggests that four out of five new mothers feel forced to quit breastfeeding in order to return to work.

Publication type: New story

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Spoiled milk: An experimental examination of bias against mothers who breastfeed

Source: Personality & Social Society Bulletin

Personality & Social Society Bulletin, article in press, published online 18 March 2011,

doi10.1177/0146167211401629

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Date of publication: March 2011

In a nutshell: This US research examined attitudes to women who breastfeed and found that breastfeeding mothers were more likely to be seen as generally less competent, particularly in relation to mathematics and work.

Publication type: Journal article

Length of publication: 13 pages

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