Provision of human milk is crucial for maternal and infant health. However, exclusive
breastfeeding may exacerbate mood disorders in women unable to achieve this goal. A …

This article explores the complex issue of breastfeeding and maternal mental health. Many
women stop breastfeeding before they are ready, often leading to feelings of anxiety, guilt …

Because of the many known maternal and neonatal health benefits of breastfeeding, there
have been significant efforts to encourage exclusive breastfeeding, and many hospitals …

Introduction Positive maternal mental health is associated with improved outcomes for
infants, and yet the consideration of maternal mental health is often neglected in …

Breastfeeding is associated with improved health outcomes for mothers and children. 1–5
Short-term benefits for mothers include a decreased risk of postpartum hemorrhage 6 and …

Background: Breastfeeding has many positive effects on the health of infants and mothers,
however, the effect of breastfeeding on maternal mental health is largely unknown. The goal …

Introduction Infant and maternal breastfeeding benefits are well documented, globally.
Despite efforts to increase global breastfeeding rates, the majority of high-income settings …

Pregnancy is typically viewed as a time of emotional well-being for prospective mothers, but
for some, this period can negatively impact mental health. However, the relationship …

Background The relationship between breastfeeding and a new mother's mental health is
complicated (Ahn & Corwin, 2015; Castro Dias & Figueiredo, 2015; Pope, Mazmanian …

While breastfeeding is one of the oldest natural practices, breast milk feeding can be
influenced by a complex interplay of social, cultural, and medical factors. Promotion of breast …