Breastfeeding

No Regrets, Says Model 'Slut Shamed' For Breastfeeding On Magazine Cover

India News | Written by Sneha Mary Koshy | Thursday June 21, 2018

Model Gilu Joseph's photograph, bare-breasted and nursing a baby, on the cover of a Malayalam magazine isn't obscene, the Kerala High Court has ruled, dismissing a petition that wanted action against the magazine.

Urban Women Don't Breastfeed In Fear Of Losing Figure: Anandiben Patel

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday June 21, 2018

Madhya Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel said that women who are part of the urban populations, do not breastfeed their children as they fear it will spoil their figure.

Ahead Of Women's Day, Breastfeeding Cabins To Come Up At Railway Stations

Business | NDTV Profit Team | Sunday March 4, 2018

Indian Railways has taken a commendable step of setting up breastfeeding cabins at Kollam Railway Station in Kerala.

Model Breastfeeding Baby On Kerala Magazine Cover Has Internet Divided

Offbeat | Written by Priyanka Pant | Friday March 2, 2018

For two days, the cover of the Malayalam magazine Grihalakshmi has been the centre of debate on social media. The reason? A woman breastfeeding a baby is its cover photo. The magazine claims it is the first time an Indian publication has put the image of a woman breastfeeding on the front cover. The image is part of a campaign called "Breastfeed Fr...

Adding Prebiotics In Infant Formula Could Boost Memory: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday January 19, 2018

Ingesting the infant formula with prebiotics may have beneficial impact on the babies cognitive development.

Breastfeeding Staves Off Diabetes Risk By 47 Per Cent: 4 Foods That Help Increase Breast Milk

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday January 19, 2018

According to a latest study, women who breastfeed their babies for six months or more may stave off the risk of developing diabetes in future by a whopping 47 percent.

Breast Milk and Probiotics Could Reduce Risk of Diabetes, Asthma and Cancer in Babies: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday December 7, 2017

According to a latest study, breastfeeding babies who receive probiotic supplements for three weeks improve have better gut health

Breastfeeding Basics: How And When Should You Stop?

Dr Sonali Shivlani for BabyChakra | Wednesday December 6, 2017

When is the right time to stop breastfeeding? Here are some tips for a smooth weaning journey.

Breastfeeding: How Do You Know How Much Is Enough?

Sonali Shivlani for BabyChakra | Wednesday November 29, 2017

Wondering how much breastfeed your baby needs? Read on...

In Rajasthan, Bishnoi Woman Breastfeeds Baby Deer. Respect, Tweets Chef Vikas Khanna

Offbeat | NDTV Offbeat Desk | Friday April 6, 2018

A stunning image posted on social media by chef Vikas Khanna shows a woman breastfeeding a baby deer. Chef Khanna writes that the woman, a member of the Bishnoi community, told him she had similarly breastfed and saved many orphaned and injured baby deer. The Bishnoi women have a long and powerful tradition of nursing fawns like their own children.

Breastmilk May Help Protect Infants From Developing Food Allergies: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Wednesday November 22, 2017

Many health experts have pronounced the importance of breastfeeding especially during the first six months of giving birth. It is known to be beneficial for both mother and child.

Breastfeeding May Reduce Eczema Risk in Children: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Tuesday November 14, 2017

According to the report published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics, breastfeeding could reduce the risk of eczema in children.

Mumbai Police Tow Car With Woman Breastfeeding Her Baby Still Inside

Mumbai News | Edited by Amrita Ray | Sunday November 12, 2017

A car with a woman sitting in the rear seat was towed by the Mumbai traffic police on Saturday while she was breastfeeding her seven-month-old child. She pleaded the traffic policemen to stop and flashed her medical prescription from the window saying she was unwell but the cop appeared unconcerned and continued speaking on the mobile phone.

Breastfeeding For At Least Two Months Reduces Baby's Risk Of SIDS: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Wednesday November 1, 2017

Breastfeeding has been known to be healthful for both mother and the baby. According to a study published in the journal Paediatrics, babies who are breastfed for at least two months are at a lower risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) than the ones who aren't nursed as long.

Breastfeeding Longer May Improve Mothers' Sensitivity, Shows Study

Press Trust Of India | Tuesday October 31, 2017

Washington: Women who breastfeed their children longer exhibit more maternal sensitivity well past the infant and toddler years, according to a 10 year long study. Maternal sensitivity was defined as the synchronous timing of a mother’s responsiveness to her child, her emotional tone, her flexibility in her behaviour and her ability to read her c...