A greater awareness and understanding of the mechanisms behind the benefits of breastfeeding could help midwives to have informed discussions with parents and potentially contribute to improving the UK's breastfeeding rates. Growing understanding of breast milk's unique composition may also help infant formula manufacturers drive innovation and improve the formulation of their products. Read more...
Identifying factors influencing breastfeeding behaviour
This article investigates factors that influence breastfeeding behaviour in the UK and highlights the role of health professionals in promoting and facilitating breastfeeding. Read more...
Latch-related nipple pain in breastfeeding women
Nipple soreness and pain are common challenges a new mother faces when establishing breastfeeding and are frequently cited as reasons for cessation of breastfeeding earlier than intended. Read more...
Digital mentoring on expressing breastmilk for working mothers
Working mothers may find it difficult to maintain exclusive breastfeeding; this challenge can be addressed through expressing breast milk. However, barriers to expressing breast milk include perceived insufficient milk supply and a lack of knowledge on pumping, storing and giving breast milk to babies. This study identifies the effectiveness of expressed breast milk assistance through the ASIPku mobile application. Read more...
Culture and breastfeeding support
The decision to breastfeed is determined by a wide range of factors, including maternal demographic characteristics and biological, social, psychological and cultural variables. Social and cultural contexts profoundly shape human health and behaviour, meaning culture is a powerful element of a woman's attitude to breastfeeding, and breastfeeding is intrinsically related to postpartum social support. Read more...
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