BMC Pregnancy Childbirth April 2016 PMID 27118118

The impact of caesarean section on breastfeeding initiation, duration and difficulties in the first four months postpartum.

Amy J Hobbs, Cynthia A Mannion, Sheila W McDonald, Meredith Brockway, Suzanne C Tough

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Peak: 3 in May 2022
across 4 sources since Aug 2021

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8,220
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Aug 2021 – Dec 2025

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What people are saying

The posts display a strong recognition of the study's implications, with comments like 'Women who get C-sections are less likely to breastfeed' and references to research findings, indicating a collective concern about maternal health and breastfeeding support. The tone varies from factual acknowledgment to calls for better education and resources, reflecting both interest and perceived importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the research indicating that cesarean sections, particularly planned ones, are linked to lower breastfeeding rates and more difficulties, showing general consensus.

InterestHigh interest

Posts reflect high curiosity and concern regarding maternal health practices and breastfeeding challenges, indicating strong engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific study findings, such as the Canadian study on early cessation, and call for increased awareness and support, demonstrating thoughtful involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

Discussions emphasize the significance of the findings, suggesting the information could influence maternal care approaches and policy, but do not suggest a paradigm shift yet.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that cesarean sections, especially planned ones, are associated with lower rates of breastfeeding initiation and longer difficulties during the first four months postpartum, compared to vaginal births.
  • Women who had planned c-sections were less likely to intend to or start breastfeeding, and they also had higher chances of stopping breastfeeding before 12 weeks.
  • Emergency c-section mothers experienced more breastfeeding difficulties and used more resources to support breastfeeding both before and after hospital discharge compared to vaginal delivery mothers.]

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Zen Jen, Esq.
@ZenJenEsq · X

@Cernovich There is also the negative impact on a moms breastfeeding journey (which BF impact/benefits in of itself is another rabbit hole). https://t.co/9t27iIUfdT

Feb 27, 2023 · 3 likes · 855 followers View post →
Deplorable Garbage_18
@Bellabean181 · X

@BetteMidler Because you are so incredibly ignorant and speak before thinking, here's a little something to educate yourself

May 13, 2022 · 6,058 followers View post →
AllTheThingsICannotSay
@All_I_CannotSay · X

@IrritableDragon @ProtesterLone @BowTiedRanger Women who get C-sections are less likely to breastfeed. Pod baby moms won't be able to breastfeed. https://t.co/5CfDcTkfrc

Dec 11, 2022 · 709 followers View post →
Jessica McConnell
@MmeMcConnell · X

@BrigField A Canadian study: “planned c-section is associated with early breastfeeding cessation.” “Women who delivered by emergency c-section were found to have a higher proportion of breastfeeding difficulties”. Women need to know and have access to support. https://t.co/Fi1QoKEP75

May 14, 2022 · 509 followers View post →
Domingo Moros
@dmoros78v · X

@hfshzhr @BlueSideOfHope @frost11b @OkieSpaceQueen Im not saying C sec is bad, it saves lives, both my kids were born by C sec, but at the same time you cant deny the natural process that happens in womens body that triggers prolactin and breast feeding doesn’t occur in C sec. https://t.co/Ce44d4LQrA

May 13, 2022 · 83 followers View post →
BigJuicyChilli
@BigJuicyChilli · X

@andres_ux @AhoraAnonima https://t.co/uCTkc314ce Las que tienen cesárea amamantan menos

Aug 10, 2021 · 1 followers View post →

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Zen Jen, Esq.
@ZenJenEsq · X

@Cernovich There is also the negative impact on a moms breastfeeding journey (which BF impact/benefits in of itself is another rabbit hole). https://t.co/9t27iIUfdT

Feb 27, 2023 · 3 likes · 855 followers View post →
AllTheThingsICannotSay
@All_I_CannotSay · X

@IrritableDragon @ProtesterLone @BowTiedRanger Women who get C-sections are less likely to breastfeed. Pod baby moms won't be able to breastfeed. https://t.co/5CfDcTkfrc

Dec 11, 2022 · 709 followers View post →
Jessica McConnell
@MmeMcConnell · X

@BrigField A Canadian study: “planned c-section is associated with early breastfeeding cessation.” “Women who delivered by emergency c-section were found to have a higher proportion of breastfeeding difficulties”. Women need to know and have access to support. https://t.co/Fi1QoKEP75

May 14, 2022 · 509 followers View post →
Deplorable Garbage_18
@Bellabean181 · X

@BetteMidler Because you are so incredibly ignorant and speak before thinking, here's a little something to educate yourself

May 13, 2022 · 6,058 followers View post →
Domingo Moros
@dmoros78v · X

@hfshzhr @BlueSideOfHope @frost11b @OkieSpaceQueen Im not saying C sec is bad, it saves lives, both my kids were born by C sec, but at the same time you cant deny the natural process that happens in womens body that triggers prolactin and breast feeding doesn’t occur in C sec. https://t.co/Ce44d4LQrA

May 13, 2022 · 83 followers View post →
BigJuicyChilli
@BigJuicyChilli · X

@andres_ux @AhoraAnonima https://t.co/uCTkc314ce Las que tienen cesárea amamantan menos

Aug 10, 2021 · 1 followers View post →