15.07.2011
New SIDS Publication

Breastfeeding is protective against SIDS and this effect is stronger when breastfeeding is exclusive, a new meta-analysis reveals.

The authors conclude that recommendation to breastfeed infants should be included with other SIDS risk-reduction messages to both reduce the risk of SIDS and promote breastfeeding for its many other infant and maternal health benefits. For more information see the New Papers section.