BREASTFEEDING

This study tested whether online home-based peer support helps first-time mothers with low breastfeeding confidence breastfeed longer and more exclusively. Over 400 mothers in Hong Kong received either standard care or up to three home visits from trained peer counselors. Researc…

This study tested whether a childbirth preparation program that includes progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercises could help pregnant women with labor pain, their preference for vaginal vs. C-section birth, and breastfeeding comfort. Forty pregnant women participated, with o…

This study tested whether hypnobreastfeeding education—a relaxation-based teaching method—could help first-time mothers reduce breastfeeding myths, set more positive expectations, and feel more confident. Researchers divided 110 pregnant women into two groups: one received the ed…

This study looked at whether a simple intervention to relieve breast tenderness in late pregnancy could improve breastfeeding, reduce breast engorgement, and lower stress for new mothers. Researchers followed 160 healthy pregnant women from 36 weeks onward. The goal was to see if…

This study tested whether watching calming virtual reality nature videos while listening to music helps mothers of premature babies produce more breast milk and feel more confident about breastfeeding. 44 first-time moms with babies in the NICU participated. The VR group used a h…

This study looked at whether playing positive affirmations and music during a cesarean section can lower anxiety and improve breastfeeding. 99 pregnant women took part. Researchers measured anxiety levels and checked breastfeeding-related hormones. The goal was to see if these si…

This study looked at whether Oketani massage, a gentle breast massage technique, could improve breastfeeding success and reduce breast engorgement in mothers who gave birth by cesarean section. Researchers compared 58 mothers who received the massage to 58 who did not. The goal w…

This study tested whether a fun, game-like breastfeeding education program could help pregnant women feel more confident and have better attitudes about feeding their babies. Sixty first-time mothers in their last trimester were split into two groups: one used the gamified progra…

This study looked at whether online breastfeeding education helps first-time parents feel more attached to their baby during pregnancy. 101 parents took part, with some receiving the education and others not. Researchers measured attachment before and after the classes using stan…

This completed observational study followed 168 pregnant or breastfeeding women with schizophrenia, psychosis, or mania who were already taking long-acting injectable antipsychotics. Researchers measured drug levels in the mother's blood, breastmilk, and the baby's blood to under…

This study tested whether holding a newborn skin-to-skin right after a C-section (within 5 minutes) or within the first hour helps with breastfeeding, reduces anxiety, and keeps mom and baby healthy. 92 mothers and their newborns took part. The results showed that early contact c…

This study looked at whether a patient navigation program helps low-income women after childbirth. 405 women were assigned to either receive a navigator for one year or standard care. The goal was to see if the program improved things like attending checkups, getting birth contro…

This study tested community-based programs to help African American mothers in Mississippi continue breastfeeding for up to 12 months. The programs included workplace support, daycare encouragement, and family education. Researchers tracked breastfeeding rates and infant health i…

This study looked at whether two common low-calorie sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame-potassium) pass from a mother's diet drink into her breast milk and her baby's blood. 82 breastfeeding mothers drank a diet beverage, and researchers measured sweetener levels in milk and blo…

This study looked at how a mother's attitude toward breastfeeding relates to her knowledge about nutrition. Researchers surveyed 270 mothers with babies aged 0-6 months. The goal was to understand these connections to better support new moms.

This study looked at whether giving a probiotic supplement (Lactobacillus reuteri) to nursing mothers could change the bacteria in their breast milk and help establish healthy gut bacteria in their newborns. 70 mothers and their babies took part. The researchers measured bacteria…

This study tested a special bassinet called the Couplet Care bassinet to see if it helps new mothers and their babies do better in the hospital after birth. Researchers compared it to a standard bassinet by surveying 160 mothers about sleep, breastfeeding, and satisfaction, and a…

This study followed 461 children whose mothers took a special nutritional drink before and during pregnancy. Researchers want to understand how parents' diet, lifestyle, and metabolism influence child growth, thinking skills, and overall well-being. The goal is to identify factor…

This study tested whether sending text messages to new mothers could help them follow recommended safe sleep practices and increase breastfeeding rates. Over 2,000 pregnant women and new moms from WIC centers took part. The approach used mobile health technology to deliver simple…

This study looked at whether teaching pregnant women about carbon footprints could improve their breastfeeding habits. About 100 women took part and filled out surveys about their breastfeeding confidence and eco-friendly behaviors. The goal was to see if environmental awareness …

This study tested whether following a specific skin-to-skin contact guideline after birth improves breastfeeding success and reduces stress in newborns. Researchers compared 190 mothers and their babies who either did or did not follow the guideline. The goal was to see if this s…

This study explored whether letting a newborn instinctively crawl to the breast right after birth improves breastfeeding comfort and confidence. Researchers observed 80 first-time mothers and their healthy, full-term babies after vaginal delivery. The goal was to see if this natu…

This study tested whether special counseling focused on self-compassion could help new mothers feel more confident and mindful while breastfeeding. 54 first-time pregnant women took part, with half receiving six counseling sessions during late pregnancy and after birth, and the o…

This study looked at how sustainable eating and breastfeeding habits affect the bond between mothers and their babies. 100 first-time pregnant women took part, answering surveys about their diet, carbon footprint, mental health, social support, breastfeeding confidence, and attac…

This study tested whether a smartphone app that provides breastfeeding counselling and motivational messages can help first-time mothers breastfeed longer and face fewer problems. Sixty new mothers were split into two groups: one received the app-based support, the other got stan…

This study tested a teaching method called 'teach-back' for breastfeeding education in 102 first-time mothers. In teach-back, the educator asks the mother to explain the information in her own words to check understanding. The study compared teach-back to standard education and m…

This study tested a simple, non-invasive idea: playing recordings of a mother's voice to her newborn in the NICU, while the mother listens to her baby's sounds. Researchers wanted to see if this two-way voice exposure could improve maternal attachment and breastfeeding success. T…

This study tested whether asking parents to spend at least 4 hours a day in the NICU improves outcomes for both parents and babies. Researchers measured stress, breastfeeding rates, and how long babies stayed in the hospital. The study included 191 infants and their families.