Tag: Breastfeeding
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Breastfeeding lowers risk of breast cancer
The baby must be exclusively breastfed for 6 months, as recommended by the WHO and most paediatric and gynaecological associations including IAP.
October 12, 2021 -
Breastfeeding is ‘inalienable constitutional right’ of a mother: HC
The Karnataka high court bench headed by Justice Krishna S. Dixit gave the order while hearing a case of habeas corpus petition filed by a woman from Bengaluru, whose baby was stolen from the hospital.
September 30, 2021 -
Breastfeeding results in a healthier mother-child duo
The obvious benefits are healthier, fitter moms with fitter, emotionally balanced babies and children, physically and mentally sound for a lifetime.
July 27, 2021 -
Five things every new mom must know
"From breastfeeding to changing diapers, many new things become a part of your daily routine. While taking care of your newborn is important, following a self-care routine should also be a priority for mothers," says Prathibha Babshet,
January 12, 2021 -
Post-weaning depression: It’s time we start talking about it
Post-weaning depression is a form of mental illness which can occur after a woman stops breastfeeding
August 13, 2020 -
Rachel McAdams graces magazine cover with breast pumps
Rachel McAdams, who had a son with boyfriend Jamie Linden in April, posed for a fashion magazine, 'Girls. Girls. Girls', with breast pumps.
December 20, 2018 -
South City Mall Kolkata slammed for asking mother to do ‘chores’ like breastfeeding at home
The comments didn’t go down well with the netizens who called out the authorities of the mall for their misogynists comments.
November 29, 2018 -
Comfort zones at workplaces for nursing mothers need of the hour
An India–centric breastfeeding survey conducted last year says over 50% working women are still not supported by breastfeeding facilities in the workplace
August 7, 2018 -
Nutrition for breast feeding mother
Breastfeeding is a natural act of nourishing your baby with nutrients that help promote his/her growth and development.
August 5, 2018 -
Breastfeeding strongest foundation for lifelong health and optimal nutrition: WHO
In the South-East Asia region, where WHO has been promoting breastfeeding as a critical tool for healthy growth of infants, nearly half the infants on an average are exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life, compared to 38% globally and 18% in industrialised countries.
July 31, 2018 -
World Breastfeeding Week | What is Innocenti Declaration?
The Innocenti Declaration says all women should be enabled to practise exclusive breastfeeding and all infants should be fed exclusively on breastmilk up to 4-6 months of age
July 31, 2018 -
3 in 5 newborns not breastfed within first hour of life: Unicef
A new report by Unicef and WHO says India has made some progress within a decade from 2005-15, having doubled breastfeeding initiation in the first hour of birth.
July 31, 2018 -
Why breastfeeding is important for high-birthweight infants
High birth weight is associated with overweight or obesity during early childhood.
March 20, 2018 -
Breastfeeding may reduce hypertension risk
Long-term breastfeeding is associated with reduced children's allergies, celiac disease, obesity, and diabetes mellitus.
January 30, 2018 -
Breastfeeding secrets every mom should know
Breastfeeding seems to be a most natural process, but to some, it may be a challenge. Be patient and feed often.
January 24, 2018 -
Mumbai policeman suspended after towing car with woman breastfeeding infant
Hours after a video showing Mumbai Traffic Police personnel towing away a car with a sick woman sitting in the rear seat and breastfeeding her seven-month-old baby went viral, a policeman was on Saturday suspended, pending an inquiry. The incident occurred on Friday evening on the busy S.V. Road, in Malad (West), north-western suburb, and …
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November 12, 2017 -
Breastfeeding linked to reduced risk of multiple sclerosis
Mothers who breastfeed for at least 15 months over one or more pregnancies may be 53 per cent less likely to develop multiple sclerosis (MS) compared with those who do not breastfeed at all or do so for up to four months, a study has claimed. MS is a disease in which the immune system …
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July 16, 2017