ReviewNutrients2025
Breastfeeding: The Multifaceted Impact on Child Development and Maternal Well-Being.
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34 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Mechanistic Pathways Underlying Breastfeeding Challenges Following Cesarean Delivery: A Systematic Review.Nutrients · 2026Pooled it
- Music intervention alleviates pain and distress in children undergoing vaccination: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2025Pooled it
- Spillover effects on infant caregiving and domestic work during the poriborton clean cookstove trial.PloS one · 2026Trial
- Trends in 1-Month Breastfeeding Before, During, and After the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic: A Retrospective Single-Center Study in Japan.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- The impact of one-to-one peer support on mothers' personal breastfeeding goals and emotional well-being: a scoping review.Public health nutrition · 2026Article
- Longitudinal Evaluation from Birth to Adolescence of Soy Protein-Based Infant Formula Compared with Cow Milk-Based Formula and Breastfeeding: A Comprehensive Summary of Findings.Advances in nutrition (Bethesda, Md.) · 2026Review
- Breastfeeding cessation decisions, practices, and Support-seeking Among mothers in Tehran, Iran: a cross-sectional study.International breastfeeding journal · 2026Article
- Potential of Breast Milk Exosomes in Modulating Infant Developmental Programming: A Multi-Omics Study Based on a Birth Cohort.Nutrients · 2026Article
- Breastfeeding consulting core competency among Chinese obstetric nurses and its influencing factors: a cross-sectional study.BMC nursing · 2026Article
- Facilitators, barriers, and factors determining the willingness to donate human milk among postpartum mothers in a tertiary women's hospital in Nepal: a cross-sectional study.International breastfeeding journal · 2026Article
- Association of Hospital Practices and Early Postnatal Support with Breastfeeding Outcomes in Premature and Term Infants.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Breastfeeding self-efficacy in Italian mothers: the role of attachment, parental stress, and feeding practices.BMC psychology · 2026Article
- Higher expression of SOX1, miR-155, and miR-21 in the colostrum of SARS-CoV-2-infected mothers.Scientific reports · 2026Article
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- Comparative Analysis of Signature Lipid Structures in Canine and Feline Milk Compared with Bovine and Caprine Milk.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Article
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- Breastfeeding in Infancy and Adult Health: A Narrative Review.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Breastfeeding in the Context of Trauma and Previous Psychological Experiences: A Narrative Review.Nutrients · 2026Review
- Breastfeeding-related musculoskeletal pain among lactating mothers in Arabic-speaking countries: prevalences, associations, and functional impact.BMC women's health · 2026Article
- Diet, Maternal Nutrition, and Reproductive Health-From Preconception to Postpartum and Beyond.Nutrients · 2026Article
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Abstract
Breastfeeding is recognized as the gold standard in infant nutrition, providing necessary nutrients for optimal growth and development. Beyond its nutritional function, breastfeeding has numerous benefits for both mother and child. This literature review examines the effects of breastfeeding on the development of the nervous and immune systems, its influence on cognitive development, and the impact of stress on lactation. In addition, it explores the emotional effects of breastfeeding on mothers, the challenges associated with exclusive breastfeeding, and the process of weaning along with its implications for both mother and infant. It is indicated that stress significantly affects lactation regulation, with elevated cortisol levels potentially disrupting hormonal balance. Furthermore, the essential roles of oxytocin, sialic acid, and docosahexaenoic acid in infant brain development and cognitive functions are highlighted. Breastfeeding is associated with the regulation of the baby's sleep through the effects of tryptophan, serotonin, and melatonin, which at the same time provide the baby with a sense of security with the mother. It is indicated that women who breastfeed are less likely to suffer from mental health problems and are at a lower risk of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. The weaning process is often a difficult time for mother and child; thus, it should be introduced gradually to minimize stress, anxiety, and potential mood disturbances in the mother.
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