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
New Research: The Wound Healing Qualities Of Breast MilkIn 2023, Serena Williams, tennis star and mother, dabbed breast milk under her eyes to treat sunburn spots. But did it work?Apr 8Apr 8
NEW STUDY: Pregnant mothers who feel emotionally connected to their unborn babies are more likely…Really fascinating new research on the importance of the emotional bond that a mother establishes with her unborn child during pregnancy.Apr 2Apr 2
New Study: Breastfeeding for at least 6 months reduces risk of developmental delaysA new Israeli study suggests exclusive or longer duration of breastfeeding (at least 6 months) can reduce the risk of developmental…Apr 1Apr 1
New Study: Is the colostrum expressed BEFORE birth the same as colostrum produced AFTER birth?A key component of colostrum — human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) — provides clues on a mother’s first milkMar 211Mar 211
New Study: C-section associated with lower motor and language development score during first 3…A new study looking at how mode of birth affects a child’s neurodevelopment found something all expectant parents might want to know…Mar 12Mar 12
New Study: Home births with a midwife “offered better obstetric and neonatal outcomes” than…New study suggests home birth with a midwife is a safe viable option for low risk women, and offers “better obstetric and neonatal…Feb 25Feb 25
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.Feb 10Feb 10
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 bedFeb 10Feb 10
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…Feb 7Feb 7