PinnedNew Study: 10 point increase in neurodevelopmental outcomes with 20 mins a day more skin-to-skin20 mins per day EXTRA skin-to-skin associated with 10 point increase in neurodevelopmental outcomes for very preterm babiesFeb 3Feb 3
Is it time for an “oxytocin-based” maternity system?In his recent paper, neuroscientist Dr Nils Bergman presents a powerful “oxytocin-based perspective” for maternity care.19h ago19h ago
New Study: Over 90% of women gave birth in “sacrum non-flexible positions”A new Danish study of labouring women found over 90% of women gave birth either lying or sitting in bed21h ago21h ago
New Study: C-section significantly increases the risk of respiratory tract infections, asthma…New research from Taiwan finds being born by C-section significantly increases the risk of a child developing a number of immune and…4d ago4d ago
New Study: Birth triggers dramatic changes in a baby’s brain, including subcortical, sensorimotor…A new study shows birth triggers fundamental aspects of early brain development.5d ago5d ago
New Study: Dancing during labour can reduce labour pain, shorten labour, promote natural…I love this new study on the benefits of dancing during birth. As it promotes natural childbirth — it’s also good for the infant…6d ago6d ago
“Formula feed until milk comes in” — Questionable breastfeeding advice often given to parentsSome of the worst breastfeeding advice given to parents from clinicians… advice that could potentially damage a child’s long healthJan 23, 20241Jan 23, 20241
Delayed cord clamping reduces risk of preterm infant death by up to 66% (so why aren’t we doing it?)New research: Waiting 2 minutes to clamp the umbilical cord of preterm babies could decrease risk of infant death by up to 66%Dec 6, 2023Dec 6, 2023
New Study: How Does WATER BIRTH Impact A Baby’s Skin Microbiome?Important info for parents to know. New study reveals surprising findings on how WATER BIRTH impacts the infant SKIN microbiome.Nov 20, 2023Nov 20, 2023
Breastfeeding vs infant formula: How does infant feeding impact a baby’s ORAL MICROBIOME?New study highlights how mode of feeding (breastfeeding vs infant formula) affects the infant oral microbiomeOct 23, 2023Oct 23, 2023