"The Impact of Breastfeeding on Parental Mental Health: What You Need to Know"

A mother shares her experience of being advised against breastfeeding by her psychiatrist due to the potential impact on her mental health, despite societal pressure and medical guidelines promoting breastfeeding. She discusses the mental health risks of breastfeeding, the challenges she faced, and the importance of considering parental mental health in feeding decisions. The article highlights the need for better alignment of care across specialties and emphasizes that the best feeding choice is the one that allows parents to be the healthiest version of themselves.