Maternity Leave Duration and Full-time/Part-time Work Status Are Associated with US Mothers' Ability to Meet Breastfeeding Intentions

Conclusion: Returning to work full-time before 3 months may reduce a mother’s ability to meet her intention to breastfeed at least 3 months. Employer support for flexible work scheduling may help more women achieve their breastfeeding goals.

http://jhl.sagepub.com/cgi/content/abstract/30/4/416?rss=1

Source: Journal of Human Lactation - October 15, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Mirkovic, K. R., Perrine, C. G., Scanlon, K. S., Grummer-Strawn, L. M. Tags: FastTrack: Original Research Source Type: research