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Higher risk of breast cancer for women after childbirth, research finds
The increased risk for breast cancer after childbirth may last more than 20 years, researchers reveal.
Maternity leave harder than expected, survey reveals
More than a quarter of mums (27%) did not enjoy their maternity leave as much as they thought they would a poll commissioned for The Emma Barnett Show on BBC Radio 5 Live has shown.
Statistics reveal England’s low breastfeeding rates
The proportion of babies breastfed at six to eight weeks is the lowest in England for four years.
Breastfeeding could influence income in adulthood, research suggests
A research study has found that babies who were breastfed went on to have a higher household income and scored higher on memory tests as an adult, in comparison to babies who were not.
Study looks into infant feeding methods and weight gain
The research suggests that breastmilk from the bottle may not have as many benefits for a baby's weight as feeding directly from the breast.
Breastmilk benefits preterm babies’ brain development
Breastfeeding premature babies results in infants’ better brain development than feeding with formula, a study finds.
Can breastfeeding cut diabetes risk?
Breastfeeding may help reduce a mother’s risk of type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes, according to new research.
RCM publishes new position statement on infant feeding
The RCM has confirmed that ‘the decision of whether or not to breastfeed is a woman’s choice and must be respected’, in a new position statement on infant feeding.
‘Infant formula could change gut bacteria’
A new study states breastfed babies have different gut microbiomes and lower obesity levels as they grow than those primarily fed formula.