by Pamela Douglas “But does the research really prove sleep training’s efficacy? Senior figures continue to argue forcefully that it does, despite the failure of large randomised controlled trials to back these claims …, and despite systematic reviews showing no improvement in night waking, nor reliable impact on maternal mental health … Parents continue to be…
Detailsby Pamela Douglas “What happens after a woman gives birth should be a matter of serious public interest. Screaming babies, breast pain, baby weight-gain worries, breastfeeding issues, wind, colic, reflux, allergies, tongue tie, sleep deprivation, and parental anxiety and depression. These are common concerns at the beginning of the life of every Australian citizen. In…
DetailsLearning to like vegetables during breastfeeding: a randomized clinical trial of lactating mothers and infants Conclusion: Early life may be an optimum time for both infants and their mothers to learn to like the taste of healthy foods. More research is needed to facilitate the liking and eating of these foods by mothers, which will,…
DetailsWorld Breastfeeding Week 2017 was celebrated all around the world, and of course, in New Zealand too. In New Zealand the Big-Latch-On events present an opportunity to celebrate breastfeeding with breastfeeding women and their supporters. This year there were Big-Latch-On events in Christchurch at the McFaddens Centre, Christchurch Women’s Hospital and in Burwood, and also…
DetailsThis year we are excited to announce three amazing speakers for this Christchurch event. Dr Alison Barrett will return to give us an updated presentation about birth and breastfeeding. Amy Wray will also return to present more work on Māori women and breastfeeding. Our third guest speaker this year will be Isis McKay from Women’s…
DetailsThe Big Latch On event below will be held on Friday August 3rd 2018 McFaddens Centre McFaddens Road, St Albans, Christchurch Doors open at 9.30am. Morning tea served from 10am. It’s a good idea to arrive before 10.15am if you are going to join in with the latch-on and breastfeed – so you can…
Details“Painful pumping means something needs to be adjusted.” Nancy Mohrbacher
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“Mothers who breastfeed for a total of at least 15 months over one or more pregnancies may be less likely to develop multiple sclerosis (MS) compared with those who don’t breastfeed at all or do so for up to four months, according to a study ..” “This is another example of a benefit to the…
Details“A common concern of a new mother is whether her baby is getting enough milk.”
This video shows signs to tell whether the baby is feeding well.
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“Far from being an easily synthesised mixture of nutrients, breast milk contains a multitude of microbes, stem cells and biological molecules that scientists are still trying to understand. Dr Natalie Shenker MRSB explores what we do and don’t know about the white stuff.” “Breast milk contains thousands of different molecules, growth factors, hormones, microorganisms and…
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