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Sugar in mother’s milk protects child against bacteria
According to researchers, study is first example of generalized, antimicrobial activity on the part of the carbohydrates in human milk.
21 Aug 2017 8:15 AM
Not for you to shame
As Lisa Haydon was shamed for uploading a picture of her breastfeeding her son, we look at what makes the natural act of feeding a baby so scandalous.
11 Aug 2017 12:00 AM
World Breastfeeding Week: Some mom-to-be have concerns about breastfeeding
World Breastfeeding Week is observed from August 1 till August 7.
07 Aug 2017 2:55 PM
Mums in Philippines breastfeed babies in public for a cause
Mothers breastfed babies in public to raise awareness about infant deaths and dispel taboos over practice.
05 Aug 2017 6:03 PM
Breastfeeding children may keep breast cancer at bay
Experts say every five months of going natural lowers the chance of developing breast tumours by two percent.
05 Aug 2017 5:31 PM
World Breastfeeding Week: Mothers-to-be need lessons on breastfeeding
These classes provide formal breastfeeding education, which is over and above the information given at a standard doctor visits.
03 Aug 2017 4:02 PM
World Breastfeeding Week: Sustaining breastfeeding together!
Breast milk contains antibodies that help the baby fight off viruses and bacteria.
02 Aug 2017 1:09 PM
Breastfeeding reduces risk of MS
According to researchers, breastfeeding is shown to reduce risk of multiple sclerosis.
17 Jul 2017 8:51 AM
Australian MP speaks in parliament while breastfeeding baby
Larissa Waters previously made headlines for breastfeeding her child in the Australian Senate.
23 Jun 2017 5:22 PM
Breastfeeding lowers risk of endometrial cancer
For the study, researchers took into account various factors that can influence endometrial cancer risk.
02 Jun 2017 1:25 PM
Indian Museum plans separate nursing room for lactating moms
The “mother and child room” at the museum will be unveiled on Sunday March 14 that is celebrated as Mother’s Day across the globe.
12 May 2017 5:34 AM
Nursing senator makes history Down Under
Waters has changed her Facebook profile to an image of herself breastfeeding in Parliament, attracting dozens of mostly positive comments.
11 May 2017 4:29 AM
Here's how touch can shape babies’ brain development
Plenty of previous research has linked skin-to-skin touch with developmental benefits for both premature and full-term babies.
18 Mar 2017 8:09 PM
Mother is selling breast milk online for anybody who would buy
The woman is not new to the concept as she has previously donated to the milk bank
06 Mar 2017 6:05 PM
Breastfed babies still need extra vitamin D
Doctors recommend supplements because breast milk may not have enough vitamins like required
11 Jan 2017 10:00 AM
Skin-to-skin contact good for mom and newborn
Infants who received skin-to-skin care were 32 percent more likely to successfully breastfeed on their first try.
08 Dec 2016 10:08 AM
Just 50 per cent Indians breastfed in 1st hour of birth
Rest fed on infant formula, making them susceptible to health risks.
03 Dec 2016 3:32 AM
Mobile app to promote breastfeeding launched
Seventy-nine per cent of the babies are delivered in institutions, out of which 45 per cent are given breastmilk in the first hour.
02 Dec 2016 3:36 PM
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