Is Maternal Obesity a Cause of Poor Lactation Performance?

Is Maternal Obesity a Cause of Poor Lactation Performance?

Several investigators have reported a relationship between maternal obesity and low rates of initiation and duration of breast-feeding. Recent research findings suggest that poor infant feeding behavior and reduced hormonal responses in the early postpartum period result in delayed lactogenesis and...

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Veröffentlicht in:Nutrition reviews 2005-10, Vol.63 (10), p.352-355
1. Verfasser: Lovelady, Cheryl A
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Several investigators have reported a relationship between maternal obesity and low rates of initiation and duration of breast-feeding. Recent research findings suggest that poor infant feeding behavior and reduced hormonal responses in the early postpartum period result in delayed lactogenesis and early cessation of breast-feeding among overweight/obese women.
ISSN:0029-6643
DOI:10.1301/nr.2005.oct.352-355