Mom’s Personality Influences Breastfeeding Decisions

By Rick Nauert PhD Senior News Editor Reviewed by John M. Grohol, Psy.D. on August 6, 2013 ~ 1 min read New research suggests a mother’s personality is a key factor in determining if she breastfeeds and how long she maintains the practice. Investigators found that mothers who are more extroverted and less anxious are more likely to breastfeed and to continue to breastfeed than mothers who are introverted or anxious. Experts say the new study provides valuable insight toward...