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Despite extensive global research on mothers’ intentions regarding human milk banking (HMB), its acceptability remains underexplored in non-Western contexts, particularly in Muslim-majority countries. This stu...

Elevated human milk sodium (Na+) levels and Na+ to potassium (K+) ratios are commonly used in research to define breast inflammation in lactating mothers. Portable Na+ and K+ ion selective electrode probes (IS...

Breastfeeding is essential for ensuring the health and survival of children, particularly in regions where diarrhoea, pneumonia and malnutrition are common causes of child mortality. In sub-Saharan Africa, ove...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Background:Human milk protects very preterm infants from many complications. While quality indicators are crucial for evaluating and improving breastfeeding practices, those specifically tailored for very preterm infants are lacking.Research Aim:To ...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Background:Freezing is commonly used to preserve human milk; however, microwave thawing is not recommended due to nutritional loss and creation of hotspots in the milk. Data on compositional changes after microwave thawing and uneven temperature ...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Introduction:The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding in the first 6 months of life. Substances used by the nursing mother may be transported through human milk (HM) and absorbed through the infant's gastrointestinal tract; thus, a ...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Positionality and reflexivity are increasingly recognized as essential practices that enhance the rigor, transparency, and ethical integrity of research. Although these concepts are often associated with qualitative studies, they are equally relevant in ...

This study explored the correlation between breast milk intake and sucking time during a single breastfeeding session, and analyzed additional factors influencing infant milk intake.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Background:Breastfeeding rates in Ireland are among the lowest in the world. Social support networks influence initiation and duration.Research Aim:To describe pregnant and postpartum women’s encounters and experiences with health care professionals, ...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Helen Ball is professor of anthropology and Director of the Durham Infancy & Sleep Centre. She obtained her PhD in anthropology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, in 1992. Her new bookHow babies sleep: A factful guide to the first 365 days ...

The first primary care visit of the newborn aims to assess neonatal feeding, promote breastfeeding, and identify potential health issues. This study examines the relationship between the timing of the first vi...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Context-specific breastfeeding research has significantly improved infant health outcomes in many low-resource settings. Afghanistan, which has one of the world’s highest under-five mortality rates, similarly ...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Exclusive breastfeeding is essential for optimal infant nutrition and health, yet many mothers experience concerns about insufficient milk supply. This study investigated the effects of a ginger-spiced millet-...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Breast milk is widely recognized as the optimal source of infant nutrition, with the World Health Organization recommending exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months. However, breastfeeding rates remain...

Early initiation of breastfeeding, defined as breastfeeding within one hour of birth, is a critical indicator of optimal infant feeding practices with substantial health benefits for mothers and infants. Early...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Background:Media and advertising significantly shape mothers’ infant feeding decisions, influencing whether to breastfeed or formula feed. Understanding these influences is crucial for promoting informed feeding practices.Research Aim:This study explored ...

This study aimed to compare the characteristics and experiences of women with measured low and normal 24 h milk production.