Other content with the tag "Breastfeeding".

This study finds that early-life nutrition has limited overall impact on tonsil size, but exclusive formula feeding in the first 6 months may incre

This editorial highlights human milk as the gold standard for infant nutrition, emphasizing its role in immune protection, brain development, and l

This study develops and validates a breastfeeding-specific food security assessment tool for Lebanon.

This community-based study from Lalitpur District, Uttar Pradesh (India) examined how Mother Support Groups (MSGs) influence infant and young child

A randomized controlled trial in Malaysia evaluating telephone-based breastfeeding peer-counselor support.

Synthesizing 15 studies, this review found that peer support provides emotional, informational, and behavioral benefits for mothers, enhancing brea

Combining 22 studies (39,316 participants), the pooled EIBF rate was 67.4%.

Survey data show that community-based peer support increases breastfeeding prevalence among African Americans by normalizing lactation in social ne

This advocacy brief underscores breastmilk as the optimal infant nutrition source, offering all essential nutrients, antibodies, and health benefit

The policy paper analyses Egypt’s persistently high rates of stunting (21%) and anemia among children, emphasizing the first 1,000 days as the crit

This document explores India’s adaptation of the MAMI (Management of At-risk Mothers and Infants under six months) Care Pathway to improve infant n

The WHO/UNICEF Discussion Paper on Extending the 2025 Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition Targets to 2030 outlines a critical policy framewo

This comprehensive data report by UNICEF presents a global snapshot of the nutritional status of children and women, with a particular focus on ear

This visual guide educates pregnant and breastfeeding women on essential nutrition practices, including the importance of balanced diets, micronutr

The material provides key recommendations on breastfeeding practices and complementary feeding to support the nutritional needs of infants and youn

UNICEF’s assessment reviews 72 studies linking gender-based violence (GBV) against women to poor child nutrition outcomes, including low birthweigh

UNICEF’s technical note offers nutrition-focused guidance for Mpox outbreaks, especially in maternal and child health.

This UNICEF publication documents India’s progress in maternal and child nutrition through evidence-based strategies.

 The Impact of Complementary Feeding on Fecal Microbiota in Exclusively Breast-Fed Infants with Cystic Fibrosis

This descriptive study explored how complementary feeding alters gut microbiota in six exclusively breastfed infants with cystic fibrosis (CF).

Environmental Impact of Infant Feeding Type, Accessories Used, and Maternal Dietary Habits: The GREEN MOTHER-I Project, A Cross-Sectional Study Protocol

This study aims to evaluate the environmental impact of different infant feeding types, including breastfeeding (BF), formula feeding (FF), and mix

One in three people globally suffer from at least one form of malnutrition, leading to poor health outcomes and low productivity in the workplace.

Breastfeeding has proven health benefits for both mothers and babies in high-income and low-income settings alike.

GAIN Working Paper Series 31: Creating Moments with Mothers

Improving infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices is key for reducing the high burden of malnutrition in Mozambique.