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2 May 2024
‘Health for all’: recognising breastfeeding as a carbon offset
Country investments in breastfeeding should be considered a carbon offset in global plans for sustainable food, health and economic systems, according to a new report led by experts from The Australian National University (ANU).
5 May 2022
New tool to calculate the value of breastfeeding
A simple new tool developed by ANU researchers will tally the volume and monetary value of breastmilk produced in Australia and around the globe.
2 August 2023
Formula feeding frenzy contributing to climate change
The global uptake of commercial milk formula is harming our planet, but parents aren’t to blame. Fortunately, simple policy solutions can support breastfeeding, health and climate action.
8 February 2023
Experts sound alarm on ‘exploitative’ baby formula industry
ANU experts argue baby milk formula companies are exploiting parents' worries about their children's health and development to drive product sales.
19 July 2022
Call to count breast milk in food statistics
Milk produced by breastfeeding mothers is an important indicator of a nation's food security, according to an international study led by ANU.
19 November 2024
Seeking undivided loyalty: can motherhood and military life coexist?
ANU PhD scholar Maureen Montalban says we need to reimagine military service and identity to be more inclusive of motherhood.
30 May 2023
What's in a name? Why the words we use for family members tell a much bigger story
The language we use to describe our family members can tell us a lot about our society and its values, according to ANU expert Sam Passmore.