Randomized controlled trial investigating the effects of a breastfeeding relaxation intervention on maternal psychological state, breast milk outcomes and infant behavior and growth

• Main Authors: Mohd Shukri, Nurul Husna, Wells, Jonathan, Eaton, Simon, Mukhtar, Firdaus, Petelin, Ana, Pražnikar, Zala Jenko, Fewtrell, Mary
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: American Society for Nutrition 2019
• Online Access: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/81926/1/Randomized%20controlled%20trial%20.pdf; http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/81926/; https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/110/1/121/5510581

Background: Biological signaling and communication between mothers and infants during breastfeeding may shape infant behavior and feeding. This signaling is complex and little explored in humans, although it is potentially relevant for initiatives to improve breastfeeding rates. Objectives: The aim...