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FinnsMama
27-10-2006, 19:20
Hey all,

Sorry if this has already been posted, but thought I would post the link to an article published today in The Australian. Researchers in WA found that children bf for longer than 6 months had better mental helath outcomes. Haven't seen the original research so couldn't offer any comment on the quality of it, but sounds interesting...

Here's the link: http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,20867,20653737-29277,00.html

Cheers :)
Funkychicken
27-10-2006, 19:26
Hi FinnsMama,
It has actually been posted in the general chat section but I think it is more appropriate in this section. :thumbsup:
*Chels*
27-10-2006, 19:28
Hi FinnsMama,
It has actually been posted in the general chat section but I think it is more appropriate in this section. :thumbsup:


I second that!Much better in here!Then it cant get turned into a debate between BFers and FFers:rolleyes:
FinnsMama
27-10-2006, 19:36
Oops I guessed it might have already come up, but I couldn't be bothered to traul through the other sections of the forum to check!

Anyway I posted this in the spirit of sharing info (and celebrating bfing of course!) not to pass judgement on other mums or make them feel guilty, so yeah HOORAY FOR BOOBIES (and that wonderful Booby Juice)!!:D
the_queen
27-10-2006, 19:42
I think it's great that the benefits of breastfeeding are being further studied, and announced to the world.
our little treasures
29-10-2006, 00:24
Is this the one where the news said breastfed babies have good behaviour?? As I wanted to watch it and missed it.... I think it is wonderful to see such great research in oz for a long period 16yrs!! WELL DONE:yelclap:
our little treasures
29-10-2006, 00:25
Do you find the statistics of only 32% bf over the age of 6mnths and the average for the world is only 34% VERY SAD???
stellarella
29-10-2006, 07:06
Do you find the statistics of only 32% bf over the age of 6mnths and the average for the world is only 34% VERY SAD???

I find it heart breaking...
shed
29-10-2006, 08:40
Bubby and I just read this article. We are both very pleased to hear that his mental health is going to be in good shape. He reckons he needs all the help he can get with me for his mum.

Cheeky little blighter. :p
stellarella
29-10-2006, 08:44
Bubby and I just read this article. We are both very pleased to hear that his mental health is going to be in good shape. He reckons he needs all the help he can get with me for his mum.

Cheeky little blighter. :p

Hey Shed...Your little bubba Baden is soooo adorable...what a cheeky grin hey! :D
Funkychicken
29-10-2006, 09:12
Hey Shed...Your little bubba Baden is soooo adorable...what a cheeky grin hey! :D
I was just thinking the same thing! Your avatar pic is TOO cute! :yes: