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The association of maternal gestational hyperglycemia with breastfeeding duration and markers of milk production.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous studies focusing on the association between gestational diabetes and breastfeeding duration have been inconclusive.

Objectives

We aimed to determine whether maternal gestational hyperglycemia is associated with the duration of breastfeeding and the concentrations of markers linked to breastmilk production.

Methods

Data from the prospective, multiethnic Growing Up in Singapore Towards Healthy Outcomes study were used to assess the association of fasting plasma glucose (FPG) and 2-h postglucose challenge (2hPG) measured at 26-28 wk of gestation with duration of breastfeeding and concentrations of protein, lactose, citrate, sodium, potassium, and zinc in breastmilk 3 wk postpartum.