Maternal Health
Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer
The primary connection between breast cancer and breastfeeding is the known protective effect breastfeeding has on the risk of developing breast cancer. Yet there is...
The benefits of skin-to-skin contact
This week in Ireland it is National Breastfeeding Week. The HSE have linked this year's week with the theme: “Hold me close: The power of...
Breastfeeding And Returning To Work
Breastfeeding rates and duration are impacted by many factors. One of the main challenges women experience when aiming to meet their breastfeeding duration or exclusivity...
Understanding D-MER (Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex)
D-MER is a condition experienced by some breastfeeding women. It is a negative emotional or mood change that occurs in tandem with the milk ejection...
Infant Feeding And Depression
The postpartum period comes with many highs and lows. This is to be expected given the hormonal fluctuations and the new challenges that caring for...