Understanding gains in breastfeeding rates

The author discusses the benefits of breastfeeding in the context of rising breastfeeding rates in the US since 1990. Public health organizations have spearheaded an effort to push for supportive breastfeeding laws and policies.

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Published in:Women's health issues 2006-06, Vol.16 (3), p.101-103
Main Author: Jacknowitz, Alison
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Breast feeding
Health policy
Infants
Nutrition
United States
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Summary:The author discusses the benefits of breastfeeding in the context of rising breastfeeding rates in the US since 1990. Public health organizations have spearheaded an effort to push for supportive breastfeeding laws and policies.
ISSN:1049-3867
DOI:10.1016/j.whi.2006.03.002