Breastfeeding Quote by Gabrielle Palmer
““One sad fact of the 20th century was that the more contact mothers had with health workers, the less they breastfed.5””
About This Quote
Source Article: The Lancet, 2015 (Breastfeeding trends)
More health worker contact paradoxically reduced breastfeeding rates in the 20th century.
In simple terms: Too much medical advice lowered breastfeeding.
Key Takeaway
Balance professional guidance with natural practices.
Themes
health policy
maternal care
breastfeeding
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
informative
When to use this quote
- maternal counseling
- hospital practices
- parent education
Key Concepts
public health
behavioral economics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might increased support reduce natural behaviors?
- How can health workers encourage breastfeeding effectively?
A Different Perspective
Medical advice can unintentionally discourage beneficial habits.
