There is a new article on the Science and Sensibility website that is worth a look.  It provides a thorough understanding of what DHAs are and how they interact with the body.

DHA and Maternal Mental Health: Do Recent Research Findings Mean We Shouldn’t Recommend Omega-3s to Mothers?

For those who would just like to see the opinion of Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, Ph.D., IBCLC of the study:

“I don’t believe the Makrides et al. study means we should stop recommending Omega-3 supplementation to pregnant and postpartum women, as most women are deficient in these, and supplementing will likely improve their overall physical and mental well-being. [see Kendall-Tackett, 2010 for more information] But supplements should include both EPA and DHA (at least 800 mg of each). Lastly, I believe we should continue to support breastfeeding, as it both aides in babies’ cognitive development and lowers women’s risk for depression.”

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