Maternal Body Mass Index and Breastmilk Energy, Fat, and Protein Content: A Systematic Review and Regression Analysis of Simulated Data (OR30-06-19)

Given increased incidence of maternal postpartum obesity and limited understanding of the degree to which maternal body composition is related to energy and macronutrient content of breastmilk, we conducted a systematic review to assess the associations between maternal body mass index (BMI) and breastmilk energy, fat, and/or total protein content. A protocol was registered prior to the completion of this systematic review (PROSPERO 2018...