Principles for Maintaining or Increasing Breast Milk Production.

Source: JOGNN: Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing, 2012, 41 (1), p.114-21.

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Date of publication: January, 2012.

Publication type: Journal article.

In a nutshell: This article examines common issues surrounding self-perceived or actual insufficient milk production when breastfeeding. It provides information related to the physiology of milk production and ways in which it can be enhanced.

Length of publication: 8 pages.

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Human milk vs formula feeding among preterm infants: short-term outcomes

Source: American Journal of Perinatology, 2012, 29 (2), p.121-6.

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Date of publication: February, 2012.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: A study examining the short-term outcomes among preterm infants in relation to the type of feeding administered – human milk or formula. The findings suggest that the advantages of human milk feeding of preterm infants may include lower incidence of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).

Length of publication: 6 pages.

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Lactational mastitis and breast abscess – diagnosis and management in general practice

Source: Australian Family Physician, 2011, 40 (2), p.976-979.

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Date of publication: 1^st December, 2011

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: An evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of lactational mastitis covering topics such as symptomatic treatment, assessment of the infant’s attachment to the breast, and reassurance, emotional support, education and support for ongoing breastfeeding.

Length of publication: 4 pages.

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Exploring the mother’s perception of latching difficulty in the first days after birth: An interview study in an Italian hospital

Source: Midwifery, 2011, doi:10.1016/j.midw.2011.09.010

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Date of publication: November, 2011.

Publication type: Research.

In a nutshell: A study examining the issues and experiences of Italian mothers in relation latching difficulties in the first few days postpartum.  The authors identify a number of themes from this qualitative research which suggest that whilst many mothers develop their own approaches to overcome latching difficulties, they need consistent advice and support from health care professionals.

Length of publication: 8 pages.

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Tongue movement and intra-oral vacuum of term infants during breastfeeding and feeding from an experimental teat that released milk under vacuum only

Source: Early Human Development, 2011, doi:10.1016/j.earlhumdev.2011.10.012  (in press)

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Date of publication: November, 2011.

Publication type: Research

In a nutshell: This study examines the theory that a vacuum is integral to the removal of milk from the breast rather than peristaltic compression of the breast.  The study used a specially designed teat as well as breastfeeding and recorded ultrasound images and intra-oral vacuum measurements to ascertain the pressures and movements required to feed effectively.  It was found that breastfed infants were able to remove milk from a teat using only vacuum with a similar tongue movement to that of breastfeeding.  This supports recent suggestions that vacuum is a critical factor in removing milk from the breast.

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Parents ‘need baby food cookery classes’

Source: BBC

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Date of publication: 19 August 2011

In a nutshell: This article discusses weaning and infant feeding, and the importance of exposure to a variety of tastes and textures.

Publication type: News story

Length of publication:  1 page

Feeding infants and young children: from guidelines to practice-conclusions and future directions

Source: Appetite

Appetite, article in press. doi:10.1016/j.appet.2011.07.009

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Date of publication: July 2011

In a nutshell: This article looks at the process of infant feeding. It suggests there should be practical support and advice which is “evidence based, parent-focused and contingent on the needs of the developing child” as it is in infancy that the eating habits of an individual are founded.

Publication type: Journal article

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Feeding infants and toddlers study – the results of a 2008 study from the US

Source: Journal of the American Dietetic Association

Journal of the American Dietetic Association, December 2010, Volume 110, Issue 12, Supplement 1, pp S1-S68

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Date of publication: December 2010

In a nutshell: Several articles relating to the outcomes of this US study into infant and toddler feeding practices.

Publication type: Journal articles

Length of publication: 68 pages

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