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Microbirthing can harm babies

23 Aug 2017 2:42 PM IST

Study shows ome of the carbohydrates in human milk not only possess antibacterial properties of their own but also enhance the effectiveness of the antibacterial proteins also present (Photo: Pixabay)

Sugar in mother's milk protects child against bacteria

According to researchers, study is first example of generalized, antimicrobial activity on the part of the carbohydrates...

21 Aug 2017 8:15 AM IST

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World Breastfeeding Week: Sustaining breastfeeding together!

Breast milk contains antibodies that help the baby fight off viruses and bacteria.

2 Aug 2017 1:09 PM IST

Hundreds of mothers suckled their babies inside a cavernous Manila stadium for a cause (Photo: AFP)

Mums in Philippines breastfeed babies in public for a cause

Mothers breastfed babies in public to raise awareness about infant deaths and dispel taboos over practice.

5 Aug 2017 6:03 PM IST

Breastfeeding, according to experts, also help remove cells with damaged DNA (Photo: Pixabay)

Breastfeeding children may keep breast cancer at bay

Experts say every five months of going natural lowers the chance of developing breast tumours by two percent.

5 Aug 2017 5:31 PM IST

World Breastfeeding Week is observed on August 1 till August 7. (Photo: AFP)

World Breastfeeding Week: Mothers-to-be need lessons on breastfeeding

These classes provide formal breastfeeding education, which is over and above the information given at a standard doctor...

3 Aug 2017 4:02 PM IST

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Stress can cause decrease in lactation

Expert reveals why

14 Aug 2017 9:36 AM IST

When Lisa Haydon, model and now mother, shared an image of her breastfeeding her son Zack, in time for the Breastfeeding Awareness Week, her followers applauded her for such a brave picture.

Not for you to shame

As Lisa Haydon was shamed for uploading a picture of her breastfeeding her son, we look at what makes the natural act of...

11 Aug 2017 12:00 AM IST

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World Breastfeeding Week: Some mom-to-be have concerns about...

World Breastfeeding Week is observed from August 1 till August 7.

7 Aug 2017 2:55 PM IST

Researchers said that the study does not prove that breastfeeding is responsible for the reduced risk of MS; it only shows the association (Photo: Pixabay)

Breastfeeding reduces risk of MS

According to researchers, breastfeeding is shown to reduce risk of multiple sclerosis.

17 July 2017 8:51 AM IST

Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 weeks, and babies born after 37 weeks are considered full term. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's how touch can shape babies' brain development

Plenty of previous research has linked skin-to-skin touch with developmental benefits for both premature and full-term...

18 March 2017 8:09 PM IST

On average, breastfeeding babies cried for 38 seconds less than babies who didnt nurse during vaccinations. (Representational Image)

Breastfeeding may reduce babies' pain during vaccinations

Nursing appeared to be more effective at pain reduction than sugar water, pain creams or sprays at the injection site.

19 Nov 2016 11:59 AM IST