A Sampling of Breastfeeding Research from July - December 2021

The Association Between Breastfeeding Duration and Lipid Profile Among Children and Adolescents

The results of this study suggest that prolonged breastfeeding duration is related to lower levels of total cholesterol.  The association is magnified with greater duration of breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding While in Jail

The results of this study show that there have only been very minor improvements in jails with regards to breastfeeding and pumping.  Only 7 of the 22 prisons studies and 2 of the 6 jails studied had written policies on lactation. Of the prisons that did have written policies, 11 out of 15 of them did not allow lactation of any means.

Maternal and Child Symptoms Following Covid-19 Vaccination in Breastfeeding Mothers

Of the 4555 breastfeeding mothers studied, only 1.7% reported a negative impact on breastfeeding following vaccination.

Iodine Intake for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Mothers and Their Infants Remains a Global Concern

This study found that most Canadian pregnant and breastfeeding women are unlikely to be getting the recommended levels of iodine.

Improving population health by supporting breastfeeding better

Breastfed babies have fewer and milder infections, are less likely to be hospitalized or to need antibiotics, enhances the protective effect of vaccines, and decreases the likelihood of obesity. Mother who breastfeed have decreased risk of ovarian and breast cancer or diabetes. Breastfeeding is also great for the environment.  Local communities need to work to support breastfeeding.