Breastfeeding and Childhood Leukemia
A new meta-analysis confirms previous ones finding a relationship between a reduced risk for childhood leukemia and breastfeeding. So why is there such a fuss?
Formula Privilege: Why It Needs to be Acknowledged
There is (rightfully) a lot of talk of breastfeeding privilege, but less discussed (if discussed at all) is formula privilege. Yet it's vital that families are aware of this in order to help change things for all families.
The Problem With Breastfeeding Research That No One is Talking About
If you're a mom, you've probably been treated to many articles that set out to dismiss breastfeeding research as flawed. Here I want to talk about one of the flaws in breastfeeding research that has received virtually no attention yet has a great impact on our understanding of this biological process.
Epigenetics and Breastfeeding
We're learning more about the role of epigenetics in our lives and new research highlights the very real role epigenetics has on our breastfeeding journeys as well as having implications for breast cancer.
Research Highlights Long-Term “Benefits” of Breastfeeding and Internet Goes Crazy
New research is out touting the long-term "benefits" of breastfeeding so of course the Internet explodes with people complaining. I thought I'd tackle some of those comments and concerns in this particular bit of research.
That Similac Ad (You Know the One)
The new Similac ad has people praising it's "message". I disagreed and my reasons for disagreeing proved the point I was trying to make. Well done Similac, the media mommy wars have been perpetuated.
Bedsharing and Formula Feeding
Is it fair to have a blanket statement that formula feeding families cannot bedshare? Do the benefits of bedsharing require us to consider a more nuanced message? What does the research tell us?
What Does It Take For Breastfeeding Success?
I can admit my privilege when it comes to breastfeeding. But what is this privilege and what do we need to do to ensure all women have it?
Does the “Breastfeeding Contract” Shame Mothers?
A "breastfeeding contract" in BC has hit the news, claiming it shames mothers and increases anxiety. Is it a fair assessment of an information tool?
It’s Not “Just Feed Your Baby”: Why Breastfeeding Discourse Matters
World Breastfeeding Week is gone, but it managed to highlight the anger towards breastfeeding advocates by those who don't breastfeed who are calling to end the discussions of breastfeeding. But breastfeeding discussion must continue and here's why...