Independent Study Module for Lactation Consultants: "Six-Step Recanalization Manual Therapy: A Novel Method for Treating Plugged Ducts in Lactating Women"
(Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Zhao, C., Tang, R., Wang, J., Guan, X., Zheng, J., Hu, J., Hu, G., Song, C. Tags: Independent Study Module for Lactation Consultants Source Type: research

Overly Full Breasts (Engorgement)
(Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Mannel, R., Dixon, I. Tags: Inside Track Source Type: research

A Request for More Research Concerning Teaching about Breastfeeding in Schools
(Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Rosen, E. A. F. Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

An Exploration of Social Desirability Bias in Measurement of Attitudes toward Breastfeeding in Public
Conclusion: Perceived anonymity may have influenced responses to some questions about attitudes toward breastfeeding in public. The effects of perceived anonymity may operate differently within demographic sectors. The direction of the effects was not always consistent with hypotheses, and future research is needed to fully explore the various dimensions of attitudes toward breastfeeding. The UCT method shows promise for improving the accuracy of reporting attitudes toward breastfeeding. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Lippitt, M., Reese Masterson, A., Sierra, A., Davis, A. B., White, M. A. Tags: Student Research Source Type: research

Initiation of Breastfeeding and Factors Associated with Prelacteal Feeds in Central Nepal
Conclusion: The early initiation of breastfeeding with colostrum as the first feed was common in the study area. The introduction of prelacteal feeds was associated with urban residency, first-time motherhood, and cesarean delivery. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Karkee, R., Lee, A. H., Khanal, V., Binns, C. W. Tags: Student Research Source Type: research

Reliability and Validity of the Japanese Version of the Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale: A Longitudinal Study
Conclusion: The 16-item Japanese version of the IIFAS is a reliable and valid scale for measuring maternal infant-feeding attitudes during pregnancy. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Nanishi, K., Jimba, M. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

The Swedish Version of the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form: Reliability and Validity Assessment
Conclusion: The Swedish version of the BSES-SF has good reliability, validity, and agreement with mothers’ plans regarding breastfeeding continuation and exclusivity. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Gerhardsson, E., Nyqvist, K. H., Mattsson, E., Volgsten, H., Hildingsson, I., Funkquist, E.-L. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Breastfeeding Knowledge, Attitudes, and Intention in a Sample of Undergraduate Students in Mainland China
Conclusion: To create a more breastfeeding-friendly culture, future research is warranted to explore these negative beliefs about breastfeeding and to counter misunderstandings among future parents in Mainland China. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Lou, Z., Zeng, G., Orme, J. G., Huang, L., Liu, F., Pang, X., Kavanagh, K. F. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Six-Step Recanalization Manual Therapy: A Novel Method for Treating Plugged Ducts in Lactating Women
Conclusion: Based on this large-scale clinical observation, SSRMT appears to be a useful, safe, low-cost treatment for postpartum plugged milk ducts. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Zhao, C., Tang, R., Wang, J., Guan, X., Zheng, J., Hu, J., Hu, G., Song, C. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Cytokines, Chemokines, and Growth Factors in Banked Human Donor Milk for Preterm Infants
Conclusion: These data suggest that many important CCGF are not destroyed by Holder pasteurization. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Groer, M., Duffy, A., Morse, S., Kane, B., Zaritt, J., Roberts, S., Ashmeade, T. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

The Effect of a Donor Milk Policy on the Diet of Very Low Birth Weight Infants
Conclusion: Establishment of a DM policy was associated with reduced exposure to formula, promoting an exclusively human milk diet, with earlier initiation of feeds and no decrease in use of MOM. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Marinelli, K. A., Lussier, M. M., Brownell, E., Herson, V. C., Hagadorn, J. I. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Breastfeeding Knowledge, Confidence, Beliefs, and Attitudes of Canadian Physicians
Conclusion: Several areas of potential deficits were identified in Canadian physicians’ breastfeeding knowledge. Physicians would benefit from greater education and support, to optimize care of infants and their mothers. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Pound, C. M., Williams, K., Grenon, R., Aglipay, M., Plint, A. C. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

In the United States, a Mother's Plans for Infant Feeding Are Associated with Her Plans for Employment
Conclusion: Mothers planning to return to work before 12 weeks and/or full-time were less likely to plan to exclusively breastfeed. Longer maternity leave and/or part-time return schedules may increase the proportion of mothers who plan to exclusively breastfeed. (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Mirkovic, K. R., Perrine, C. G., Scanlon, K. S., Grummer-Strawn, L. M. Tags: Original Research Source Type: research

Severe Breast Pain Resolved with Pectoral Muscle Massage
Many mothers stop breastfeeding because of breast and/or nipple pain, despite recommendations by the World Health Organization to exclusively breastfeed for the first 6 months. Most commonly, such pain is thought to be caused by fungal or bacterial infection; however, many women do not respond to usual treatments for such diagnoses. Furthermore, there is much dispute in the literature about these diagnoses and treatments. We submit a series of 3 cases of mothers who presented with severe mastalgia (breast pain) and who did not respond to conventional treatments. After treating the patients with pectoral muscle massage and ...
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Kernerman, E., Park, E. Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Postcesarean Section Skin-to-Skin Contact of Mother and Child
The objective of this article is to describe a policy developed to ensure timely postcesarean StS contact. Our protocol for neonatal StS contact with the mother is based on reported benefits found in literature, the World Health Organization’s international recommendations, and deep respect for a process that is both natural and instinctive. We call it "humanizing the cesarean." (Source: Journal of Human Lactation)
Source: Journal of Human Lactation - July 11, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: de Alba-Romero, C., Camano-Gutierrez, I., Lopez-Hernandez, P., de Castro-Fernandez, J., Barbero-Casado, P., Salcedo-Vazquez, M. L., Sanchez-Lopez, D., Cantero-Arribas, P., Moral-Pumarega, M. T., Pallas-Alonso, C. R. Tags: Insights in Policy Source Type: research