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Nutrition & Dietetics
Alejandra Rodriguez-Fernandez, Ximena Sanhueza-Riquelme, Gloria Carcamo-Vargas, Julio Parra-Flores, Ana Lizette Rojas-Rodriguez, Marcela Ruiz-De la Fuente, Eduard Maury-Sintjago
Summary: There is limited knowledge regarding the factors influencing non-exclusive breastfeeding (NEBF) practices in immigrant populations, particularly in Latin America. This study aimed to determine the association between maternal factors and the prevalence of NEBF in Haitian immigrant women in southern Chile. The findings showed that Haitian immigrant women without legal residency, recently arrived, with low educational attainment, and limited knowledge of breastfeeding are at higher risk of not providing exclusive breastfeeding. However, employment, access to basic services, and Spanish proficiency were found to be protective factors associated with higher rates of exclusive breastfeeding.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Foyez Ahmmed, Md. Jamal Hossain, Tasmiah Sad Sutopa, Md. Al-Mamun, Morshed Alam, Md. Rabiul Islam, Rohit Sharma, Md. Moklesur Rahman Sarker, Mohd Fahami Nur Azlina
Summary: This study examines the trend in exclusive breastfeeding over the last decade in Bangladesh and explores the association between maternal employment and exclusive breastfeeding. The findings suggest a lack of increase in exclusive breastfeeding rates, with employed mothers having lower odds of exclusive breastfeeding compared to unemployed mothers.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Naoki Fukui, Takaharu Motegi, Yuichiro Watanabe, Koyo Hashijiri, Ryusuke Tsuboya, Maki Ogawa, Takuro Sugai, Jun Egawa, Takayuki Enomoto, Toshiyuki Someya
Summary: This study aimed to examine the bidirectional relationship between breastfeeding method and women's mental health in the early postpartum period, finding that breastfeeding method did not significantly affect postpartum depression, anxiety, and maternal-fetal bonding during this time.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Bernadette Buerger, Karin Schindler, Tanja Tripolt, Antonia Griesbacher, Hans Peter Stueger, Karl-Heinz Wagner, Adelheid Weber, Alexandra Wolf-Spitzer
Summary: The WHO European Region has the lowest exclusive breastfeeding rates at 6 months globally, with only 55.5% of infants in Austria exclusively breastfed at one week. The study identified several factors influencing breastfeeding duration, including maternal BMI, lifestyle factors, and breastfeeding support. Maternal support from hospital staff, midwives, and partners significantly increased the duration of breastfeeding. Higher household income, delivery in a baby-friendly certified hospital, and breastfeeding support were associated with longer exclusive breastfeeding duration.
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Nursing
Cosima Lisi, Claudia De Freitas, Henrique Barros
Summary: Early breastfeeding practices are important for later breastfeeding behaviors and can be influenced by multiple factors. Despite the positive influence of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative on breastfeeding initiation, its impact on the association between maternal country of birth and first day in-hospital breastfeeding in Portugal has not been examined. The initiative helps reduce differences between migrant and native participants, promoting optimal breastfeeding practices among natives.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Wafaa T. Elgzar, DaifAllah D. Al-Thubaity, Mohammed A. Alshahrani, Rasha M. Essa, Heba A. Ibrahim
Summary: All mortality risk factors are higher in non-breastfed infants compared to infants under five months of age who receive Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF). Examining the predicting role of maternal ideation in EBF practices can help to direct and strengthen the cooperation between multidisciplinary healthcare providers to formulate multidisciplinary breastfeeding enhancement strategies.
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Environmental Sciences
Tianyi Chen, Dan Norback, Qihong Deng, Chen Huang, Hua Qian, Xin Zhang, Yuexia Sun, Tingting Wang, Yinping Zhang, Baizhan Li, Haidong Kan, Lan Wei, Cong Liu, Yanyi Xu, Zhuohui Zhao
Summary: The increasing prevalence of childhood allergic rhinitis in China is associated with maternal exposure to PM2.5 and chemical constituents during pregnancy, especially BC. The association with PM2.5 exposure is highest in the eastern region, but decreases significantly with exclusive breastfeeding for more than 6 months.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
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Nursing
Barbara Figueiredo, Tiago Miguel Pinto, Raquel Costa
Summary: The study found that exclusive breastfeeding at 3 months moderates the association between prenatal and postpartum depression. Participants with prenatal depression who were exclusively breastfeeding at 3 months showed fewer symptoms of depression and lower rates of depression between 3 and 6 months postpartum. On the other hand, participants without prenatal depression who were exclusively breastfeeding at 3 months showed similar depression symptoms and rates of depression compared to those who were not exclusively breastfeeding.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Sewitemariam Desalegn Andarge, Esete Habtemariam Fenta, Seifu Hagos Gebreyesus, Robel Yirgu Belachew
Summary: The study compared the accuracy of the 24-h recall method and shorter recall periods in estimating exclusive breastfeeding practice, finding that a week recall may offer a balance between accuracy and resource implications.
INTERNATIONAL BREASTFEEDING JOURNAL
(2021)
Review
Nursing
Adwoa Gyamfi, Urmeka T. Jefferson, Barbara O'Neill, Ruth Lucas, Diane Lynn Spatz, Wendy A. Henderson
Summary: This study assessed the disparities in exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months in Ghana and found that healthcare, personal factors, employment, and socio-cultural aspects were the main contributing factors.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Gabrielle Garon-Carrier, Gabriel Arantes Tiraboschi, Jonathan Y. Bernard, Celia Matte-Gagne, Angelique Laurent, Annie Lemieux, Caroline Fitzpatrick
Summary: This study examined the relationship between mothers' use of exclusive breast milk and the duration of breastfeeding with child cognitive development. The results showed no significant differences in early math skills and memory-span between children exclusively breastfed and those fed with formula. However, children who were non-exclusively breastfed for around 6.8 months had slightly higher memory-span than those who were never breastfed, and this difference persisted until age 7.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Fang Li, Cailian Huang, Qian Lin, Yue Xi, Caihong Xiang, Cuiting Yong, Jing Deng
Summary: This cross-sectional study investigated the breastfeeding practices and influencing factors of 414 mothers in Changsha County, China. The findings revealed that the rate of exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months was 46.1%, and it was directly associated with the mothers' intention and self-efficacy, and indirectly associated with perceived social support and attendance of breastfeeding programs. The study suggests the need for comprehensive breastfeeding promotion strategies to enhance mothers' intention and self-efficacy through education and medical services.
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Nursing
Keyaria D. Gray, Emily A. Hannon, Elizabeth Erickson, Ariana B. Stewart, Charles T. Wood, Kimberley Fisher, Sophie K. Shaikh, David Tanaka
Summary: Human milk feeding is beneficial in reducing the incidence and costs of maternal and childhood illnesses. Factors influencing success in breastfeeding include gestational age, race, and insurance type, with early intervention by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants significantly improving success rates.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Anamaria Cozma-Petrut, Lorena Filip, Roxana Banc, Oana Mirza, Laura Gavrilas, Daniela Ciobarca, Ioana Badiu-Tisa, Simona Codruta Heghes, Cristian Olimpiu Popa, Doina Miere
Summary: This study investigated breastfeeding practices in northwestern Romania and found that almost all mothers breastfed their children at least once, with an exclusive breastfeeding rate of 46.7%. Improving rates in all breastfeeding practices suggest the need for continued efforts to develop effective national policies and programs to promote breastfeeding in Romania.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yuelu Chen, Yong Zhao, Wenling Wang, Fengdi Wang, Huimin Jiang, Lianlian Wang
Summary: Breastfeeding has benefits for both mother and child, but its practice in China lags behind international standards. This study investigated factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding after childbirth. The study found that factors such as higher maternal age, ethnic minorities, and cesarean section were associated with non-exclusive breastfeeding, while factors such as multiparity, positive feeding attitude, and higher breastfeeding knowledge score were protective against non-exclusive breastfeeding. Additionally, the study found that breastfeeding knowledge score had a significant impact on exclusive breastfeeding for specific subgroups.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Melissa C. Bartick, Veronica Valdes, Angela Giusti, Elise M. Chapin, Nikhil B. Bhana, Maria-Teresa Hernandez-Aguilar, Elysangela Dittz Duarte, Lucia Jenkins, John Gaughan, Lori Feldman-Winter
Summary: The study found that practices such as skin-to-skin care, direct breastfeeding, and rooming-in were associated with a decrease in hospitalization risk among newborns. Infants who did not experience these practices were more likely to not be exclusively breastfed in the first 3 months. Maternal symptoms were found to predict infant transmission or symptoms.
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Lori Feldman-Winter, Melissa Bartick, Kathleen Marinelli, Tomoko Seo, Elizabeth Stehel, Amanda Adams
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Melissa Bartick, Elizabeth K. Stehel, Sarah L. Calhoun, Lori Feldman-Winter, Deena Zimmerman, Lawrence Noble, Casey Rosen-Carole, Laura R. Kair
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ann Kellams, Lori Feldman-Winter
CLINICS IN PERINATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Laura Burnham, Rebecca Knapp, Kimarie Bugg, Nathan Nickel, Paige Beliveau, Lori Feldman-Winter, Anne Merewood
Summary: The CHAMPS program in Mississippi aimed to increase breastfeeding rates and decrease racial disparities by implementing the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. During the program, the number of Baby-Friendly hospitals in the state increased from 0 to 22, breastfeeding initiation and exclusivity rates improved significantly, and racial inequities in breastfeeding initiation decreased.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Melissa Bartick, Alexis Woods Barr, Lori Feldman-Winter, Monica Guxens, Henning Tiemeier
Summary: Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) rates are higher in non-Hispanic Black (NHB) and American Indian/Alaskan Native (AI/AN) infants, who have lower rates of breastfeeding. There is no existing literature that investigates if breastfeeding explains these disparities.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Lori Feldman-Winter, Trina Van, Daphna Varadi, Amanda C. Adams, Bahar Kural, Elien C. J. Rouw
Summary: The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine aims to develop clinical protocols for managing medical problems related to breastfeeding. These protocols are meant as guidelines and not exclusive treatments, as individual patients may require variations in treatment. The Academy acknowledges the diversity of breastfeeding individuals while recognizing the challenges of using gender-inclusive language.
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Kimberly C. Kullmann, Amanda C. Adams, Lori Feldman-Winter
Summary: This scoping review found limited research on human milk sharing in the United States and highlighted the need for further studies on the risks and clinical outcomes for infants fed shared milk. Clinicians have opportunities to engage in open conversations with families to guide risk mitigation.
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Sera Yoo, Menaka Dhingra, John Gaughan, Saba Daneshpooy, Nikhil B. Bhana, Melissa C. Bartick, Lori Feldman-Winter
Summary: Sudden unexpected infant death rates remain higher in American Indian/Alaska Native and non-Hispanic Black infants, who also have lower breastfeeding rates. The relationship between breastfeeding and SUID is confounded by race/ethnicity. Additional data points are needed in national databases to better understand the role of breastfeeding in racial/ethnic disparities in SUID.
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Deena Zimmerman, Melissa Bartick, Lori Feldman-Winter, Helen L. Ball, Acad Breastfeeding Med
Summary: The ABM aims to develop clinical protocols for managing common medical problems that may affect breastfeeding success. These protocols are guidelines and not exclusive treatment plans or medical standards. Variations in treatment may be necessary according to individual patient needs. The ABM empowers health professionals to provide safe, inclusive, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. The use of gender-inclusive language may be transitional or inconsistent across protocols due to linguistic and cultural nuances and insufficient research on the experiences of gender-diverse individuals.
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Imad Awan, Emily Schultz, John D. Sterrett, Lamya'a M. Dawud, Lyanna R. Kessler, Deborah Schoch, Christopher A. Lowry, Lori Feldman-Winter, Sangita Phadtare
Summary: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between gut microbiome-metabolome coupling in exclusively breastfed neonates and to address the inequality in formula supplementation within a low-income, ethnic-minority community. The results showed that the gut microbiomes of neonates were unique to each individual, while their metabolome profiles demonstrated generalizable temporal developments. These findings suggest potential influences of maternal breastmilk composition, amount consumed, and living environment on the gut microbiome composition and metabolome changes.
PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY HEPATOLOGY & NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Kaitlin Sanzone, Daniel Short, John Gaughan, Lori Feldman-Winter
Summary: This study examines the correlation between resilience, measured by indicators of mindfulness and restraint, and length of stay (LOS) in patients with eating disorders. The results show that increased mindfulness scores and decreased restraint scores are associated with shorter LOS at Renfrew. This information suggests the potential for using strength-based approaches in the treatment of eating disorders.
WOMENS HEALTH REPORTS
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Medicine, General & Internal
N. Bhana, S. Reid, A. Patel, L. Feldman-Winter, K. Hunter, A. Kushnir
JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Medicine, General & Internal
K. Sundar, Ng Ae, L. Feldman-Winter, K. Hunter, A. Kushnir
JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Medicine, General & Internal
A. E. Ng, K. Sundar, L. Feldman-Winter, K. Hunter, A. Kushnir
JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
