To Reduce Cesareans, Reduce Inductions

More research shows that elective inductions increase the cesarean section rate, especially for women having their first baby. 37 to 42 weeks is full term, but many are now referring to 37 to 38 weeks as “early term”. Doctors are strongly encouraged to only schedule elective inductions after 39 weeks, and only to those women with very ripe cervices. Some women prior to 39 weeks may need inductions for clear medical indications, that is the benefits of delivery now outweigh the risks to the mother and fetus of waiting until 39 weeks.

Black Women Have Lower Breastfeeding Rates

World Breastfeeding Week was August 1-7, a time to celebrate the power and glory of our breasts. But black American women have the lowest breastfeeding rates. This interesting article explores some of the reasons

Breast Milk Sugars Give Infants a Protective Coat

A large part of human milk cannot be digested by babies and seems to have a purpose quite different from infant nutrition — that of influencing the composition of the bacteria in the infant’s gut. To read more about this fascinating new research, follow the link

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