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...breastfed within an hour of birth, because vital antibodies and protective proteins - in effect, the baby's first immunizations - are delivered through those precious early drops of milk. But, as Dr. Atwood points out, breastfeeding "is difficult to do if you are coming out of anesthesia. That's a serious issue." Some women remain groggy for hours...
...forces driving up Asia's cesarean rates are irresistible, from both the demand and the supply sides of the equation - and though the medical drawbacks are significant, they are not serious enough to become a real deterrent to expectant mothers. As surgical techniques improve and costs decrease, perhaps the reasons for preferring natural delivery will one day be intangible. It may become something akin to a rite of passage - the choice of a romantic, affluent minority. In fact, some already see it that way. When his patients choose to give birth naturally, even to the extent of refusing painkillers...
...major retrenchment could have serious consequences for China's economy and society. The specter of legions of laid-off migrant workers roaming the streets in search of jobs is bound to keep Beijing's economic policymakers, who fear the political consequences of widespread social unrest, up at night. Sun, the Lehman Brothers economist, says as manufacturers are pushed to the brink, China's stock markets could see sharp declines. Given that many large, listed Chinese companies pad their profits by investing in stocks themselves, "a big correction could bring [corporate earnings] even lower, and a vicious cycle could result," says...
...instead of supermodels to represent fashion? Alexander Dreussi, Canton, OhioA celebrity can convey a message much quicker and much more clearly than a model. For example, for my menswear line, I'm working with [Grey's Anatomy star] Patrick Dempsey at the moment. The enthusiasm from people is very serious. They look at the campaign with Dempsey as enormous because he represents the kind of man that every woman wants next to her and every man can recognize himself...
...producers, Harvard may want to set its sights on the collection of talent amassing around first base, where sophomores Andrew Prince and Chris Rouches and junior Harry Douglas are all vying for playing time.Prince, at an imposing 6’1 and 230 lbs. and with a serious demeanor, simply has the look of a slugger. But the Oakland, Calif. native is somewhat of an enigma. Although he showed flashes of raw power last season—like his ninth inning, pinch-hit three-run blast off of Ohio State closer Jake Hale during the Crimson’s trip...