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Breastfeeding during pregnancy

S R Moscone, M J Moore

    Journal of Human Lactation : Official Journal of International Lactation Consultant Association
    |June 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    Many women continue breastfeeding during pregnancy, often due to child-led weaning or emotional needs. Some infants tandem nurse, while others wean due to maternal discomfort or decreased milk supply.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Health
    • Lactation Science
    • Pediatric Nutrition

    Background:

    • Concurrent pregnancy and breastfeeding (tandem nursing) is a complex maternal-child health experience.
    • Understanding the dynamics of continuing lactation during gestation is crucial for maternal and infant well-being.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the experiences of women who were concurrently pregnant and breastfeeding.
    • To identify reasons for continuing or initiating weaning during pregnancy.

    Main Methods:

    • Questionnaire data collected from 57 women experiencing concurrent pregnancy and breastfeeding.
    • Information gathered on nursing/weaning patterns, support systems, and pregnancy history.

    Main Results:

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  • 43% of children continued breastfeeding throughout pregnancy and tandem nursed post-birth.
  • Key reasons for continued breastfeeding included child-led weaning or child's emotional needs.
  • Maternal breast/nipple pain was the primary driver for initiated weaning, often occurring in the second trimester.
  • Infants born to these mothers were healthy and appropriate for gestational age.

    • Conclusions:

    • Tandem nursing is feasible, with child-led weaning and maternal comfort being significant factors.
    • Maternal pain can necessitate weaning, impacting the duration of lactation.
    • Concurrent pregnancy and breastfeeding can result in healthy outcomes for infants.