HHS HealthBeat (March 03, 2008)

Breastfed babies and teen weight

Jessica Woo of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center notes that breastfeeding is more common in some social groups than in others, but says it is a good idea for all.

"All pregnant women should consider breastfeeding their infants, and that’s true even if their mothers or their friends did not choose to breastfeed their children." (7 seconds)

Last revised: March, 03 2008