A study published in the January 1st edition of the journal Pediatrics examines the relationship between breastfeeding and maternity leave before and after delivery among working mothers in Southern California. California is one of only five states in the US providing paid pregnancy leave that can be extended for infant bonding. In “Juggling Work and Breastfeeding: Effects of Maternity Leave and Occupational Characteristics,” the study authors assessed whether maternity leave and other occupational characteristics predicted the cessation of breastfeeding.
A maternity leave of less than six weeks or six to 12 weeks after delivery was associated with higher odds of failure to establish breastfeeding. The study authors concluded that, “postpartum maternity leave may have a positive effect on breastfeeding among full-time workers, particularly those who hold nonmanagerial positions, lack job flexibility, or experience psychosocial distress.”
To access the study online, go to http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/cgi/content/abstract/123/1/e38
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