03 October 2018
The research suggests that breastmilk from the bottle may not have as many benefits for a baby's weight as feeding directly from the breast.
12 June 2018
The RCM has confirmed that ‘the decision of whether or not to breastfeed is a woman’s choice and must be respected’, in a new position statement on infant feeding.
16 October 2018
A research study has found that babies who were breastfed went on to have a higher household income and scored higher on memory tests as an adult, in comparison to babies who were not.
21 September 2018
Research published today by the University of Edinburgh has found that babies born before their due date show better brain development when fed breast milk rather than formula.
21 February 2018
Today the Scottish Government has published the 2017 Scottish Maternal and Infant Nutrition Survey report. Commenting on the report Mary Ross-Davie, Royal College of Midwives (RCM) Director for Scotland, said: “The RCM welcomes this report, ...
03 August 2018
Academics at Coventry University have created a new website to help midwives and health visitors support both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding parent.