Review
Food Science & Technology
Jimena Rios, Viviana Valero-Jara, Samanta Thomas-Valdes
Summary: Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended during the first 6 months of life, with breast milk composition being influenced by maternal diet. Polyphenols and carotenoids present in breast milk have antioxidant activities and potential benefits for infants, with their content depending on maternal intake and various factors. Further research is needed to understand the relationship between these phytochemicals and development of infants.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Leon R. Mitoulas, Riccardo Davanzo
Summary: Although breast pumps have been considered as a risk factor for mastitis, there is actually no direct association between them. In fact, breast pumps are used as part of conservative management for mastitis.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Anoud Duale, Parul Singh, Souhaila Al Khodor
Summary: Breast milk contains various microorganisms that play a crucial role in the development of infant's immune system and gut microbiota, reducing the risk of chronic diseases in later life.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Heidi Sze Lok Fan, Daniel Yee Tak Fong, Kris Yuet Wan Lok, Marie Tarrant
Summary: This study aimed to assess the association between breast milk expression practices and breastfeeding duration. The study found that giving only expressed breast milk is associated with early breastfeeding cessation, especially for mothers who are also supplementing with infant formula.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Francesca Lockyer, Samantha McCann, Sophie E. Moore
Summary: Micronutrients are crucial for healthy brain development in infants, and deficiencies in breast milk may impact cognitive outcomes. Current research on the relationship between breast milk micronutrients and infant developmental outcomes is limited, highlighting the need for further investigation in this area.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ruud H. J. Verstegen, Philip O. Anderson, Shinya Ito
Summary: More than half of women take medications during breastfeeding, which can expose their infants to drugs through breast milk. The disposition of maternal drugs in breast milk depends on several key parameters, including relative infant dose (RID) and maternal drug clearance. Most drugs have a low RID, indicating that drug concentrations in infant serum are unlikely to reach therapeutic levels in adults unless drug clearance is significantly lower.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
W. Pang, Y-L Lin, R. Xin, X-X Chen, Y. Lu, C-B Zheng, L-M Yang, Y-T Zheng
Summary: The study found that Zika viral particles were present in human milk, and in a natural breastfeeding model, the virus was transmitted to interferon receptor-deficient neonates, while in an artificial feeding model, all neonates were infected. This suggests the potential transmission of Zika virus through breastfeeding and the antiviral activity of breast milk.
CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Karen de Jong, David Damoiseaux, Dick Pluim, Hilde Rosing, Jos H. Beijnen, Hans van Thienen, Thomas P. C. Dorlo, Alwin D. R. Huitema, Frederic Amant
Summary: This study reports on the use of nivolumab during lactation in a woman with metastasized melanoma. It found that nivolumab accumulates in breast milk over two consecutive cycles. However, further research is needed to determine the safety of breastfeeding during nivolumab therapy.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Tamas Roeszer
Summary: Breastfeeding is a unique behavior of mammals, providing heat and metabolic fuel for offspring. The lipid signals in breast milk play a crucial role in infant lipid metabolism and metabolic development.
Article
Nursing
Lindsay Ellsworth, Julie Sturza, Kate Stanley
Summary: The study revealed that most mothers have limited knowledge about donor human milk and milk banks, and have not received sufficient counseling from medical providers. While participants had positive attitudes towards donor human milk, they tended to choose formula over donor human milk when making decisions. Additionally, if donor human milk was the only option, they preferred milk from a relative or friend over milk banks.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jean-Christophe Roze, Mickael Hartweg, Laure Simon, Helene Billard, Yipu Chen, Sean Austin, Cecile Boscher, Thomas Moyon, Dominique Darmaun, Clara L. Garcia Rodenas, Clair-Yves Boquien
Summary: This study explored the impact of HMOs on growth and neurodevelopment in preterm infants. The findings showed that HMO concentrations decreased with advancing postnatal age. Total HMOs were positively correlated with neonatal length growth. Among Secretor(+) Lewis(+) mothers, LNFP-III was significantly associated with neurodevelopmental scores at 2 years.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Elvira Verduci, Maria Lorella Gianni, Giulia Vizzari, Sara Vizzuso, Jacopo Cerasani, Fabio Mosca, Gian Vincenzo Zuccotti
Summary: Human milk has benefits for both mother and infant, linking maternal diet and lifestyle to offspring's health outcomes. This link may be explained in part by epigenetics, and the aim of the paper is to update the association between maternal diet and human milk composition.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Mary Gorreth Namuddu, Juliet Kiguli, Victoria Nakibuuka, Ritah Nantale, David Mukunya
Summary: The study aimed to assess the acceptability of using donated breast milk and associated factors among pregnant women at private and public hospitals in central Uganda. Data were collected through a questionnaire, and the results showed a high acceptability of donated breast milk among pregnant women.
INTERNATIONAL BREASTFEEDING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Katrin Lazar, Thorsten Kussmann, Graham Pawelec, Simone Poeschel, Rangmar Goelz, Klaus Hamprecht, Kilian Wistuba-Hamprecht
Summary: The presence of lymphocyte subsets in breast milk may be more influenced by the HCMV-seropositivity of the mother than previously recognized, as evidenced by significantly higher T cell frequencies in the mature milk of HCMV-seropositive mothers compared to seronegative mothers.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yapeng Li, Lei Ren, Yunyi Wang, Jinxing Li, Qingqing Zhou, Chenrui Peng, Yuchen Li, Ruyue Cheng, Fang He, Xi Shen
Summary: Evidence suggests a relationship between breast milk microbiota and infant gut microbiota. This study aimed to compare the effects of breast milk microbiota on the construction and colonization of gut microbiota in newborns. It was found that breast milk microbiota partially influences the construction of infant gut microbiota, with key strains such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Enterobacter having a crucial influence. However, this influence is not through direct strain transmission but may be mediated by the cross-feeding effect of short-chain fatty acids.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ernesto Gonzalez-Mesa, Cristobal Rengel-Diaz, Olga Riklikiene, Gilliam Thomson, Olga Cazorla-Granados, Wilson Abreu, Dulce Morgado-Neves, Gozde Gokce Isbir, Sigriour Sia Jonsdottir, Sigfriour Inga Karlsdottir, Joan Lalor
Summary: This study validates a questionnaire that explores health science students' attitudes towards women's childbirth experiences, and confirms its validity and reliability. Through a standardized procedure, the factor structure of the questionnaire was determined, revealing four latent dimensions. This research is important for improving the quality of women's childbirth experiences and enhancing interactions between women and healthcare professionals.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gill Thomson, Rose Mortimer, Michelle Baybutt, Karen Whittaker
Summary: This study examines the impact of Birth Companions' perinatal support in prison settings in England. Through observations, interviews, and data analysis, it reveals the various forms of support provided and their positive effects on the lives of perinatal women. The study also highlights key strategies for delivering effective perinatal support.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRISONER HEALTH
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nutrition & Dietetics
Rafael Perez-Escamilla, Fiona C. Dykes, Sally Kendall
Summary: This article presents the experience of implementing the Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) toolbox in England, Scotland, and Wales, showcasing its versatility and adaptability. England trained and assisted Scotland and Wales with the implementation and oversight of BBF. The positive experience in Great Britain aligns with findings from other countries, highlighting BBF's ability to improve breastfeeding policies and create supportive environments.
MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Julia Leinweber, Yvonne Fontein-Kuipers, Sigfridur Inga Karlsdottir, Anette Ekstrom-Bergstrom, Christina Nilsson, Claire Stramrood, Gill Thomson
Summary: This study aims to formulate an inclusive, woman-centered definition of a positive childbirth experience in order to guide the practice, education, research, and policy-making in maternity care. Through a six-step process, key concepts associated with a positive childbirth were derived from a literature review, and a draft definition was created by interdisciplinary experts. The definition was then refined based on expert feedback and confirmed for face validity by women from consumer groups in six countries.
BIRTH-ISSUES IN PERINATAL CARE
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Mary M. Kilonzo, Ranan Dasgupta, Ruth Thomas, Lorna Aucott, Sara MacLennan, Thomas Boon L. Lam, Ken Anson, Sarah Cameron, Kath Starr, Neil Burgess, Francis Xavier Keeley, Charles T. Clark, James N'Dow, Graeme MacLennan, Sam McClinton
Summary: This study evaluated the cost-effectiveness and quality-adjusted life-years of treatment pathways for ureteric stones using extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (SWL) or ureteroscopic retrieval (URS). The results showed that although SWL resulted in lower QALYs, it had lower costs and was considered cost-effective at certain willingness to pay thresholds.
Review
Pediatrics
Chloe Moran, Gill Thomson, Victoria Moran, Victoria Fallon
Summary: This study aims to explore the content, experiences, and outcomes of interventions designed to increase early skin-to-skin contact (SSC) in high-income settings. A mixed-methods systematic review was conducted, and ten studies were included. The interventions had some impact on the prevalence of SSC, but the duration was often limited and not in line with WHO recommendations. Breastfeeding rates improved but not significantly. Most interventions targeted healthcare professionals rather than mothers.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Gozde Gokce Isbir, Figen Inci, Burcu Komurcu Akik, Wilson Abreu, Gill Thomson
Summary: This study aimed to investigate factors associated with birth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among women who had preterm birth in Turkey. The results showed that older age, positive impact from mother's birth experience, absence of traumatic experiences during pregnancy and postnatal period, lower stress level after traumatic events during birth, not feeling at risk during birth, amniotomy, psychological well-being after childbirth, not being negatively affected by witnessing other parents' happy moments with their babies, absence of infant illness, and positive interactions with healthcare team were associated with decreased likelihood of birth-related PTSD.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Anthony J. King, Jemma Hudson, Augusto Azuara-Blanco, James F. Kirwan, Saurabh Goyal, Kin Sheng Lim, Graeme Maclennan
Summary: This study evaluates the impact of socioeconomic status on treatment outcomes in patients with advanced glaucoma and reports the correlation between socioeconomic status and baseline characteristics. The study found that socioeconomic status is correlated with visual function, quality of life, ethnicity, age, and number of optician visits.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Rowena Merritt, Sally Kendall, Tamsyn Eida, Fiona Dykes, Rafael Perez-Escamilla
Summary: Breastfeeding is an accessible and cost-effective preventive measure for protecting children's health, but the UK has low breastfeeding rates. The Becoming Breastfeeding Friendly (BBF) toolkit, developed by Yale University, offers evidence-based recommendations for increasing breastfeeding rates. The implementation of BBF in England revealed the need for improved data collection and reporting, as well as a dedicated national strategy and better coordination and sharing of localised strategies and programs.
MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Femke van Nassau, Anita Huis, Irene van de Glind, Eivind Andersen, Christopher Bunn, Cindy M. Gray, Kate Hunt, Judith G. M. Jelsma, Willem van Mechelen, Heather Morgan, Oystein Roynesdal, Hugo Pereira, Hidde P. van der Ploeg, Glyn C. Roberts, Marlene N. Silva, Marit Sorensen, Sally Wyke, Maria W. G. van der Sanden, Theo van Achterberg
Summary: This study explores the facilitators and barriers to the implementation of the European Football Fans in Training program (EuroFIT) in four European countries. It reveals that the content, structure, evidence-base and context of the program are important facilitators. However, financial and human resources can act as both facilitators and barriers. The differences between countries lie in their experience and commitment to running community projects, as well as in infrastructure, financing, and human resources.
TRANSLATIONAL BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Gill Thomson
Summary: Women in prison who are pregnant or recently had a baby face high vulnerability, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Ministry of Justice and Birth Companions in England worked together to provide support and care for these women, releasing some under ROTL. Interviews with participants revealed the benefits and challenges of this unique service model, highlighting the need for revisiting prison policies for future crises.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Clare Robertson, Shafaque Shaikh, Jemma Hudson, Patrick Garfjeld Roberts, David Beard, Terry Mackie, Cameron Matthew, Craig Ramsay, Katie Gillies, Marion Campbell
Summary: The RoboCOS study aims to develop a core outcome set for evaluating the impact of robot-assisted surgery on the entire system. Through systematic review, interviews, and focus group discussions, 83 different outcome domains were identified across patient, surgeon, organization, and population levels. A consensus meeting resulted in a 10-item core outcome set.
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Joanne Harris, Rebecca Nowland, Jayneequa Peart, Gill Thomson
Summary: This study aims to synthesize research on visual art-based interventions to promote parents' mental well-being during the first 1000 days. The results show that both art therapy and creative arts interventions have benefits, with art therapy having the most profound impacts. However, more robust evidence is needed to support the effectiveness of art therapy interventions in promoting parental mental health.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ART THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Dwayne Boyers, Mary Kilonzo, Tracey Davidson, David Cooper, Judith Wardle, Kiron Bhal, James N'Dow, Graeme Maclennan, John Norrie, Mohamed Abdel-Fattah
Summary: This study aimed to elicit and value patient preferences for the processes and outcomes of surgical management of stress urinary incontinence in women. The results showed that patients preferred general anesthesia, shorter recovery times, improved symptoms, and avoidance of adverse events. These findings are valuable for shared decision-making regarding symptom improvement and adverse event risk.
Article
Nursing
Olivia Knox, Denise Parker, Debbie Johnson, Stephan U. Dombrowski, Gill Thomson, Joanne Clarke, Pat Hoddinott, Kate Jolly, Jenny Ingram
Summary: Text message conversations between Infant Feeding Helpers and new mothers were analyzed to understand the influence of peer support on women's feeding experiences. The use of Behavior Change Techniques (BCTs) focusing on social support and changing the social environment was found to be effective in delivering breastfeeding peer support through text messages. The findings suggest that messaging is an appropriate method for providing support when in-person interactions are limited.
