Breastfeeding and Health Outcomes for the Mother-Infant Dyad

Christine M. Dieterich; Julia P. Felice; Elizabeth O'Sullivan; Kathleen M. Rasmussen

doi:10.1016/j.pcl.2012.09.010

Breastfeeding and Health Outcomes for the Mother-Infant Dyad

Christine M. Dieterich, Julia P. Felice, Elizabeth O'Sullivan, Kathleen M. Rasmussen

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Abstract

Worldwide, breastfeeding saves the lives of infants and reduces their disease burden. Breastfeeding also reduces the disease burden for mothers. This article examines who chooses to breastfeed and for how long in the United States. It also reviews the latest evidence about the consequences of breastfeeding for the health of the infant and mother. This review provides support for current national and international recommendations that support breastfeeding.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	31-48
Number of pages	18
Journal	Pediatric Clinics of North America
Volume	60
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pcl.2012.09.010
Publication status	Published - Feb 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Breastfeeding
Infant health
Lactation
Maternal health
Obesity
Postpartum weight retention

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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Breastfeeding and Health Outcomes for the Mother-Infant Dyad

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UN SDGs

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