ReviewJournal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association2022
Exclusive breastfeeding promotion policies: whose oxygen mask are we prioritizing?
Review in Journal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.
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6 citing papers in PubMed, 14 citations in OpenAlex.
- Exploring UK breastmilk donors' perspectives on breastfeeding as a protective factor against breast cancer: a qualitative study.BMJ open · 2026Article
- Exclusive breastfeeding among women with polycystic ovary syndrome versus women from a population-based cohort: a cohort study.International breastfeeding journal · 2026Article
- Perceived pressure to breastfeed negatively impacts postpartum mental health outcomes over time.Frontiers in public health · 2024Article
- Breastfeeding experiences from the perspective of the breastfeeding woman: qualitative studyRevista colombiana de obstetricia y ginecologia · 2023Article
- The impact of the baby friendly hospital initiative on healthcare utilization among newborns insured by Medicaid in Delaware.BMC pediatrics · 2023Article
- Risk-Reducing Measures for Cancer Prevention.Korean journal of family medicine · 2023Article
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Abstract
Provision of human milk is crucial for maternal and infant health. However, exclusive breastfeeding may exacerbate mood disorders in women unable to achieve this goal. A nuanced approach that considers all aspects of maternal and infant health is needed. In this paper, we bring attention to the potentially negative consequences on maternal and infant health that may be associated with exclusive breastfeeding in the setting of significant challenges. We discuss recent literature exploring the relationship between breastfeeding and maternal mental health, and contextualize it with our first-hand experiences as healthcare professionals who aimed to exclusively breastfeed and encountered difficulties. Given existing evidence and our collective anecdotal experience, we advocate for a balanced approach when supporting parents struggling to breastfeed. Timely recommendations are offered for healthcare providers, medical educators and hospital administrators seeking to balance maternal and infant child health considerations while continuing to promote breastfeeding. PRéCIS STATEMENT: Exclusively promotion of breastfeeding impacts maternal mental health and consequently, infant health. We advocate for balanced considerations of maternal and infant child health while promoting breastfeeding. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Singular promotion of exclusive breastfeeding may exacerbate adverse maternal mental health outcomes. A balanced consideration of maternal and infant child health is vital as breastfeeding is encouraged. Clinicians who provide front-line support to breastfeeding parents must be taught and expected to provide nuanced breastfeeding support that anticipates both physical and mental health challenges.
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