In support of practices that encourage breastfeeding and in reference to
bed - sharing, the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine states that, «Because breastfeeding is the best form of nutrition for infants, any
recommendations for infant care that impede its initiation or duration need to be carefully weighed
against the many known benefits to infants, their mothers, and society.»
(Reuters Health)- More than half of U.S. parents say their babies sleep with pillows, blankets and other loose
bedding despite
recommendations against their use from doctors and health officials, according to a new government study.