breastfed babies result in better behaved children?

[freckleonear]

A likert scale does help quantify the data but it doesn't remove the judgement element. You could say this research as much finds that formula feeding mothers are more likely to think their babies have behavioural problems than breastfeeding reduces the incidence of behavioural problems.

The only indicator that isn't the case is that increased lengths of breastfeeding show a bigger reduction in the incidence of behavioural problems

That's a good point actually, I was originally thinking more along the lines that breastfeeding/formula feeding mothers had different perceptions of "good" behaviour, but the length of time/behaviour correlation would suggest that it's something to do with the actual breastfeeding.

Hmmm actually I'm going to contradict myself. I do think that the correlation between increased duration of breastfeeding and less behavioural problems could still be down to the mother's perception. For example, clinginess was one of the behavioural problems that mothers were asked to assess. Mothers who choose to stop breastfeeding early often say that they want their child to be less clingy and more independent. Extended breastfeeders have often come to realise that it's perfectly normal and healthy for children to be clingy and have a strong attachment. Therefore they wouldn't be so likely to think of clinginess as a problem behaviour. So I still don't think the study has provided any clear answers about the reasons behind the results. It could be the mother's perception of behaviour, it could be the skin-to-skin and attachment during breastfeeding, or it could be the milk itself. Much more research needed!

 

[xemmax]

On a related note, researchers have found that mothers who FF are more likely to match their bras and panties than BF mothers

So just because I breastfeed I have no underwear fashion sense?

Uhmmmm....

I believe I AM is a breastfeeder so is actually taking the piss out of herself...(which I applaud)

Although, I am a breastfeeder too and it's quite accurate in my case

Haha, I was just joking!

I see that now hun I always misread that 'shaking head' emoticon, must be the downturned features, or the attitude problem I have due to being formula fed....

Maybe the nope emoticon was formula fed too!

 

[minkymoo]

just to prove a point....my size 8 La Perla days are long gone.....

 

[minkymoo]

A likert scale does help quantify the data but it doesn't remove the judgement element. You could say this research as much finds that formula feeding mothers are more likely to think their babies have behavioural problems than breastfeeding reduces the incidence of behavioural problems.

The only indicator that isn't the case is that increased lengths of breastfeeding show a bigger reduction in the incidence of behavioural problems

That's a good point actually, I was originally thinking more along the lines that breastfeeding/formula feeding mothers had different perceptions of "good" behaviour, but the length of time/behaviour correlation would suggest that it's something to do with the actual breastfeeding.

Hmmm actually I'm going to contradict myself. I do think that the correlation between increased duration of breastfeeding and less behavioural problems could still be down to the mother's perception. For example, clinginess was one of the behavioural problems that mothers were asked to assess. Mothers who choose to stop breastfeeding early often say that they want their child to be less clingy and more independent. Extended breastfeeders have often come to realise that it's perfectly normal and healthy for children to be clingy and have a strong attachment. Therefore they wouldn't be so likely to think of clinginess as a problem behaviour. So I still don't think the study has provided any clear answers about the reasons behind the results. It could be the mother's perception of behaviour, it could be the skin-to-skin and attachment during breastfeeding, or it could be the milk itself. Much more research needed!

Totally see your point here. I've not read the study in detail but from what I can glean it's quantitative, not enough qual has been done to include other factors perhaps?

 

[charlotte-xo]

just to prove a point....my size 8 La Perla days are long gone.....

OT-minkymoo. you look great to say your babies only 11 weeks old. i hate you!!

 

[aragornlover8]

My underwear and bra never match... but honestly, I've only been out of the house a few times since she was born so I can probably count on one hand how many times I've actually worn what fashionistas might consider a "bra."

 

[minkymoo]

just to prove a point....my size 8 La Perla days are long gone.....

OT-minkymoo. you look great to say your babies only 11 weeks old. i hate you!!

Why thank you *bows*.

Do note however that my head has been chopped off in order that you aren't subjected to the grey-skinned pallor, puffy, wrinkly eyes and 4 inch greasy roots.

 

[shortie1990]

On a related note, researchers have found that mothers who FF are more likely to match their bras and panties than BF mothers

So just because I breastfeed I have no underwear fashion sense?

Uhmmmm....

It's ok, I don't mind.

I'll take my white granny pants and black nursing bra out of here.

HAHAHA

 

[I_AM_LIVID]

On a related note, researchers have found that mothers who FF are more likely to match their bras and panties than BF mothers

So just because I breastfeed I have no underwear fashion sense?

Uhmmmm....

I believe I AM is a breastfeeder so is actually taking the piss out of herself...(which I applaud)

Although, I am a breastfeeder too and it's quite accurate in my case

You're too kind with your compliments. Actually, I'm an ex-bfer. Now it's canned milk for the youngons.

Well, all I can say to that is that you clearly lack discipline....

Cleary! Still, I shall take comfort in the fact that I was BFed and despite my discipline, or lack thereof, I'm actually really well behaved. Bwahahahahaha

 

[charlotte-xo]

just to prove a point....my size 8 La Perla days are long gone.....

OT-minkymoo. you look great to say your babies only 11 weeks old. i hate you!!

Why thank you *bows*.

Do note however that my head has been chopped off in order that you aren't subjected to the grey-skinned pallor, puffy, wrinkly eyes and 4 inch greasy roots.

 

[I_AM_LIVID]

just to prove a point....my size 8 La Perla days are long gone.....

LOOOOOVE IT!

 

[Janidog]

On a related note, researchers have found that mothers who FF are more likely to match their bras and panties than BF mothers

i can guarantee they don't im trying to remember the last time they matched!!!

 

[I_AM_LIVID]

On a related note, researchers have found that mothers who FF are more likely to match their bras and panties than BF mothers

So just because I breastfeed I have no underwear fashion sense?

Uhmmmm....

It's ok, I don't mind.

I'll take my white granny pants and black nursing bra out of here.

Maybe you can start a march…. You know, demanding that manufacturers produce sets of sexy nursing bras and g-strings. I will gladly join the cause, for future benefit, you know.

Yeah right, you just want to see my granny pants don't you? Be honest!

Seriously with my underwear collection it's a miracle I'm in Baby Club in the first place!

But of course. Minkymoo has always shown us the goods, I advice you do the same

 

[Storm7]

Personally I think I AM has given us a much more entertaining debate.

Another breastfeeder with mismatched underwear here - I'm working the white nursing bra with black spotty pants look!

 

[Cloberella]

Personally I think I AM has given us a much more entertaining debate.

Another breastfeeder with mismatched underwear here - I'm working the white nursing bra with black spotty pants look!

Spooky... Me too!

 

[Kalah]

FF or BF... BI-WINNING!!
I wonder how Charlie Sheen was fed as a baby, he seems very fond of bottles and boobs, maybe combi-fed?

 

[lozzy21]

As an ex BF mine still dont match.

 

[I_AM_LIVID]

I'll admit that mine aren't matching today, but it's that time of the month and I don't have matching bras for my granny pants

 

[Lightworker]

I question the validity of saying "well I (or relative, friend etc) was FF so the study is rubbish". If I remember correctly (pls correct me if not) the study was saying BFers are less likely to have behavioural problems. It is the "likelihood" of something happening that was being measured and this likelihood is not negated by the aforementioned well-behaved person/children etc. I hope that make sense lol but I cld be wrong.

 

[Mrs Doddy]

What a load of bollocks, it's just something else for us to feel guilty about if we couldn't /didnt bf.