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The Surprising Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom

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  10. Breastfeeding does help mothers bond with babies
  11. Emergent Synchronous Bursting of Oxytocin Neuronal Network
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  13. A new paradigm for depression in new mothers: the central role of inflammation and how breastfeeding and anti-inflammatory treatments protect maternal mental health
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Changes in Breast Milk During Pregnancy: Production & Composition

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