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"Having a Caesarean or instrumental birth does not appear to impact upon how long a mother breastfeeds, British research suggests.
A study of 2,000 mothers who received breastfeeding support also found little association with how soon after birth the baby was put to the breast. "
"A CAMPAIGN has been launched in Furness to encourage breastfeeding starring two real-life young mums.
Posters have been put up across the town as part of NHS Cumbria’s ‘Be a Star’ scheme, feature Amy from Dalton-in-Furness, and Sarah, from Barrow, who were given a glamorous makeover to appear in the campaign. "
"Children who are breastfed for more than six months are less likely to have mental health problems in later life, according to new research.
Experts believe that nutrients in mothers' milk, and the bonding process, may have a long-lasting effect on their babies' brain development."
"Fathers-to-be are to be given lessons on breastfeeding and supporting their partner through childbirth, ministers will announce this week.
A long-awaited families green paper will propose measures to get fathers more involved in their child's upbringing from before birth and beyond. "
"Every new father in Britain is to be given a "dads' guide" that will include an explanation of breastfeeding and tips on how to support their partner.
The move will be announced in a government green paper on families and relationships this week, which is expected to be focused on the role of men and will lay out government plans to encourage stable relationships."
"Breastmilk is no more beneficial for a child's health than formula milk, a scientist has claimed. "
"Mothers who find breastfeeding so hard that they give up should not blame themselves, researchers say.
A Norwegian study concludes that difficulty feeding a newborn may be down to higher levels of the male hormone testosterone during pregnancy. "
"Taiwan is to protect the right of nursing mothers to breastfeed in public with hefty fines for those who try to stop them, as part of a campaign to promote the practice, officials said Wednesday."
"New mothers who are breastfeeding should exercise to prevent bone loss.
Women lose a lot of calcium to their babies, who need the mineral to grow.
But a lack of calcium can lead to a loss of bone density and an increase in the risk of osteoporosis. "
"NHS Bolton is receiving a share of a £3 million fund to encourage mums to breastfeed their babies.
The Primary Care Trust is one of 32 organisations across the country to be given the boost and will get more than £86,000 from the Department of Health. "
"Feeding babies fresh breast milk can help them sleep at night, according to research. "
"A NEW 'Baby Café' for breastfeeding mums has opened in Birkenhead.
Situated in Bidston and St James Children’s Centre, Brassey Gardens in Brassey Street, it is a meeting place for mums, and offers support and information. "
Pollutant chemicals found in mothers' breast milk have been linked to an increased rate of testicular cancer.
Pollutant chemicals in mothers' breast milk have been linked to an increased rate of testicular cancer.
A study in Denmark suggests hormone-disrupting chemicals such as pesticides may explain why so many men in the country develop the disease.
Drugs commonly used to treat bleeding after birth may hamper a woman's ability to breastfeed her baby, research suggests.
The study, which appears in the journal BJOG, suggests the drugs may impede milk production.
Drugs and painkillers that are routinely given to women in labour may reduce their ability to breastfeed their baby, reseachers say.
A study seen by The Times ahead of its publication today, suggests that life-saving medication given to nearly all women to prevent and treat bleeding after birth is linked to reduced breastfeeding rates.
It is known that breastfeeding rates in Britain are among the lowest in Europe, particularly the duration rates. Many midwives observe that in their practice, some babies may be slow to breastfeed after birth because of the effect of pain-relieving drugs given to their mothers in labour. We also know that some of these drugs have the potential to cross the placental barrier.
KNOWSLEY has seen the biggest increase of breastfeeding mothers in the North West.
Department of Health figures show the rate has increased from 32.5% in 2007/08 to 39.7% in 2008/09, a rise of 7.2%.
In a series focusing on medical specialties, the BBC News website meets Suzanne Barber, an infant-feeding adviser midwife.
Her speciality is helping mothers breastfeed their babies and deal with any problems they have.
Given that breastfeeding is cheaper, easier, more environmentally friendly and infinitely healthier for both mother and baby, the statistics on the use of formula in this country are heartbreaking. The real scandal here is not the "pressure" on women to breastfeed (Let the breastfeeding rebellion begin, 18 July), it's the pressure on women not to breastfeed.
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