Recent Publications & Clinical Reviews

Our research doesn't stop at the journal. These articles translate InfantRisk Center findings and peer-reviewed literature into accessible guidance for patients, clinicians, and lactation specialists — original science, clearly explained.

 

 

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Zika Virus Update

Pregnancy February 08, 2016
At present there is enormous concern about the birth defects believed associated with infections for an old virus called Zika during pregnancy. Information concerning the Zika Virus and its implicatio...
Vitamin D3

Vitamin D Supplements

Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
A recent study estimated that 1 in 5 Americans are at risk for vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in a handful of foods (e.g. fatty fish or cod liver oi...
Marijuana Plant

Effects of Marijuana on the Fetus and Breastfeeding Infants.

Pregnancy Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
Current studies indicate that approximately 4% of women in the USA use illicit drugs while pregnant. Seventy five percent of these cases report the use of marijuana. Despite the widespread use of this...
Breastfeeding Baby

RED Milk. What causes your milk to turn red?

Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
There are basically two reasons that a mother's milk is red. Sometimes a small rupture in a blood capillary in the nipple or the breast may turn milk pink. The second reason is a bacterium called Serr...
Mosquito

Insect Repellent Usage

Pregnancy September 22, 2015
Many women are concerned about using insect repellents during pregnancy, however, mosquito borne illnesses can be dangerous during pregnancy. Two examples of mosquito transmitted illnesses are malaria...
Breastfeeding mom looking at baby

Drug entry into Human Milk

Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
The amount of a drug that is excreted into breastmilk depends on a number of kinetic factors. Using these kinetic terms, one can frequently estimate the probability that a medications will enter will,...
Breastfeeding Baby

Inaccurate Information Online Regarding Breastfeeding with Lyme Disease

Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
When faced with a health concern, the first place that many people go is the internet. Although having medical advice at your fingertips is convenient, your search bar may not be the best bet for obta...
Doctor and Pregnant Woman

Influenza Virus in Pregnancy

Pregnancy September 22, 2015
Influenza is a viral infection that affects the respiratory tract. It is especially risky in pregnant women and increases the risk of premature delivery, abortion, and stillbirth. Pregnant women are a...
BF Baby

Introduction to Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
Breastfeeding is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics as the exclusive source of nutrition for feeding young infants for the first six months of life. Data suggest that not only are there...
Woman kissing infant

Non-Drug Treatments for Depression

Breastfeeding September 22, 2015
Depression during pregnancy and postpartum is fairly common, affecting anywhere from 15% to 25% of women. Antidepressants [link antidepressants] are an important part of the treatment arsenal for depr...