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Research Review: Effects of Skin-to-Skin Care on Late Preterm and Term Infants At-Risk for Neonatal Hypoglycemia
Citation: Chiruvolu A, Miklis KK, Stanzo KC, et al. Effects of skin-to-skin care on late preterm and term infants at-risk for neonatal hypoglycemia. Pediatr Qual Saf. 2017;2(4):e030 Link: https://www.ovid.com/10.1097/pq9.0000000000000030 Breastfeeding Buzz is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Abstract: Objective:…
Research Review: Breastfeeding After Breast Reduction Surgery
Citation: Spatz, Diane L. PhD, RN-BC, FAAN, FAWHONN. Breastfeeding after Breast Reduction Surgery. MCN, The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing 50(4):p 231-235, July/August 2025. Abstract: Purpose: To examine the topic of breast reduction surgery and nursing implications. Methods: The following databases were searched (Embase, PubMed, Scopus, and CINAHL) using the terms mammoplasty, breast…
Breastfeeding After Breast Reduction Surgery
Every Journey is Unique
Research Review: The Impact of Care Based on the Lactation Management Model Offered to Mothers With Infants In The Intensive Care Unit on the Quantity of Human Milk and Breastfeeding Duration.
Citation: Eker A, Kaya Şenol D, Aslan E. The impact of care based on the lactation management model offered to mothers with infants in the intensive care unit on the quantity of human milk and breastfeeding duration: a randomized controlled trial study. Adv Neonatal Care. 2026;26(2):187-196. Breastfeeding Buzz is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider…
At-Breast Supplementers
Another Tool in the Tool-Belt
Research Review: Learning From the Hive: Parallels Between Bee Behavior and Breastfeeding Practices
Citation: Batterjee M. Learning from the hive: parallels between bee behavior and breastfeeding practices. Clinical Lactation. Published online April 6, 2026. doi:10.1891/CL-2025-0019 Abstract: Objective: Breastfeeding outcomes are influenced by both maternal factors and relational, community, and structural supports. This scoping review examines the impact of caregiving networks on breastfeeding,…
Pacifiers
Yes or No?
Power Pumping:
Does It Really Boost Milk Supply?
Research Review: Breastfeeding, bonding, and olfaction: unlocking the potential of mother-infant odour exchange
How odor plays a role in early breastfeeding
Research Review: Facilitating Autonomous Infant Hand Use During Breastfeeding
Supporting Babies Instinctive Hand Behaviors
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Getting Started with Lactation Certification
Research Review: “It gave me so much confidence”: First‐time U.S. mothers' experiences with antenatal milk expression
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Research Review
Breastfeeding and Health Outcomes for Infants and Children: A Systematic Review
Grandbaby #9
Breastfeeding: Still First on the Chopping Block
Research Review
An Integrative Review of the Impact of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants in Outpatient Postnatal Settings in the United States
Baby-Led Latch: Letting Instincts Lead the Way
Insights into Practice and Early Connection
Research Review
Role of Silver Nipple Protectors in Treating Nipple Trauma: A Non-Randomized Comparative Trial
More Water, More Milk?
The Hydration Myth
Alcohol & Breastfeeding
What's Safe?