News tagged with postpartum period

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Breastfeeding tied to stronger maternal response to baby's cry

A new study from the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry finds that mothers who feed their babies breast milk exclusively, as opposed to formula, are more likely to bond emotionally with their child during the first ...

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created Apr 20, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Low vitamin D while pregnant or breastfeeding may not be associated with multiple sclerosis relapse

A small study suggests women with multiple sclerosis have lower vitamin D levels during pregnancy and breastfeeding, according to a report posted online today that will appear in the March 2011 print issue of Archives of ...

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created Nov 08, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Use of DHA fish oil capsules does not decrease postpartum depression in mothers

In contrast to the findings of some studies and the recommendations that pregnant women increase their intake of fish oil via dietary docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) because of the possible benefits, a randomized trial that included ...

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created Oct 19, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

More than just the baby blues

Within the first week after giving birth, up to 70 percent of all women experience symptoms of the baby blues. While most women recover quickly, up to 13 percent of all new mothers suffer from symptoms of ...

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created Jun 16, 2010 | popularity 4.7 / 5 (3) | comments 2 | with audio podcast

Brief treatment can ease depression in mothers

When pediatricians see a child for a check-up, they may want to spend a few minutes checking out the mother's well-being, too.

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created May 01, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Acupuncture found effective against depression during pregnancy

In a study to be presented today at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine's (SMFM) annual meeting, The Pregnancy Meeting, in Chicago, researchers will unveil findings that show that acupuncture may be an effective treatment ...

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created Feb 04, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Breastfeeding associated with a reduced risk of relapse in women with multiple sclerosis

Women with multiple sclerosis who breastfeed exclusively for at least two months appear less likely to experience a relapse within a year after their baby's birth, according to a report posted online today that will appear ...

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created Jun 08, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0