Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Breastfeeding Support

A recent article in the Journal of Human Lactation* suggests that informal sources of support, particularly that of the male partner, have more influence on breastfeeding behaviors than formal support from health care providers.This systematic review examined the impact of male-partner focused breastfeeding intervention on breastfeeding initiation, exclusivity and continuation. Are both you and your partner well educated about breastfeeding? Get on "the same page" by attending our breastfeeding couples class

*Impact of Male-Partner-Focused Interventions on Breastfeeding Initiation, Exclusivity, and ContinuationJ Hum Lact November 2013 29473-479first published on June 21, 2013

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