One research summary found that after reviewing all available studies regarding the outcomes of using IBCLCs, mothers who had higher breastfeeding initiation rates, a longer duration of exclusive breastfeeding, a longer duration of any breastfeeding, higher breastfeeding rates for all infant age groups, AND better maternal and infant health outcomes as compared to those who didn't seek out IBCLC support (5). (lactationlink.com)
Forty - three primary studies on infant health outcomes, 43 primary studies on maternal health outcomes, and 29 systematic reviews or meta - analyses that covered approximately 400 individual studies were included in this review. (amotherinisrael.com)
For women who are pregnant, managing stress can reduce the risk of poor maternal and infant health outcomes such as low birth weight and premature birth. (healthystartepic.org)