26 August 2011

Mothers Who Breastfeed Less Competent Than Other Women?

A study released by Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin (published by SAGE) found that mothers who breastfeed are viewed as less competent than other women. Some excerpts from the article, which was reprinted (with editorial adaptations) in Science Daily. 


"... results showed the breastfeeding woman was rated significantly less competent in general, in math and work specifically, and was less likely to be hired compared to others."


"... the bias against breastfeeding mothers was equal among men and women."


What do you think? 


See the full article at Science Daily here: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/04/110415104546.htm