Mastitis, or inflammation of the breast tissue, is one of many possible complications after delivery for which mothers may not be prepared. Parenting from the inside out can help mothers cope with postpartum conditions. Sometimes breastfeeding leads to a blocked milk duct. When the milk
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Breastfeeding is not just a means of providing nutrition for a newborn,
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) as well as chemical substances that adversely affect
Multiple clinical studies on the protective effects of breastfeeding against asthma and allergies have been conducted over the years, but they always contained dissimilar results. Few researchers dispute the importance of breast
MoreWestern societies are characterized by unhealthy diets and a high incidence of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. The most alarming thing is that these chronic diseases are affecting children, worsening what
MoreDocosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA), accumulates in the brain during the first two years of life and plays an important role in cognitive development. The cell membranes of
MoreVitamin E is considered one of the best antioxidants due to its protective effect against oxidative processes that produce free radicals. Free radicals are atoms or molecules that can cause cell damage that
MoreAttachment parenting is a pedagogical concept that is love-oriented and encourages intense physical contact between the child and the mother. It is a parenting style that relies on maternal empathy, touch, and bodily
MoreBreastfeeding is the most beautiful act between a mother and her child. But have you ever wondered what nutrients a child receives through breast milk? This is not a silly or unusual
MoreWomen who are pregnant or breastfeeding require a higher level of nutrition. Nutrient deficiencies, even in minute amounts, might have detrimental effects on both pregnancy and lactation. For example, zinc is required
MoreThe rise in food allergies has become a major public health concern. It is, therefore, essential to study the events that lead to food allergies early in infancy. One factor known to
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