SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 infection, breastfeeding and breastmilk: February 2021 update
By Dr Susan Tawia, BSc PhD Dip Breastfeeding Mngt Cert [...]
Cannabis and breastfeeding
Elise Dioth, BN IBCLC Cannabis is readily available, viewed [...]
Allergic proctocolitis in the breastfed infant
By Nicole Bando, Family & Paediatric Dietitian IBCLC Food [...]
Supporting breastfeeding during the introduction of solid foods
By Dr Jessica Edquist, BSc PhD Cert IV Breastfeeding Education [...]
Lifeblood Milk helps more of the tiniest Australians access donated breastmilk
By Laura Klein, PhD, Research Fellow, Milk, Australian Red [...]
Neonatal Jaundice and Breastfeeding
By Dr Anita Bearzatto MBBS(Hons), FRACGP, IBCLC Jaundice is [...]
SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 infection, breastfeeding, breastmilk and mother-baby separation
By Dr Susan Tawia, BSc PhD Dip Breastfeeding Mngt [...]
Expanding information and care practices for women experiencing lactation after infant death
In recent years, stillbirth and infant death have gained increased attention in the media, and from policy makers, researchers and practitioners. Significantly, however, a mother’s lactation and milk donation options after stillbirth or infant death remain hidden.
Skin-to-Skin Contact/Kangaroo Care
Skin-to-Skin Contact (SSC) is when a naked baby is placed prone on the bare chest of their mother/father/partner/significant other. A blanket is then placed over the back of the baby, so that they remain warm.
Immunology and breastmilk
This article is a summary of the immunological properties of breastmilk with a focus on a select number of bioactive components.
