Factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding in early infancy. We aimed to determine the factors affecting ebf duration in a sample of iranian infants. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding practice in rural communities of cross river state, nigeria international journal of humanities social sciences and education ijhsse page 103 influence on maternal decision in relation to ebf. Factors affecting the adoption of exclusive breastfeeding by mothers in chelstone, lusaka chimuka nchimunya1, hikabasa halwindi2, mbewe allan2, hazemba alice2, kingford chimfwembe3 1 natural resource development college, department of food and nutrition. Frequency of exclusive breastfeeding and its affecting. Aug 04, 2015 exclusive breastfeeding ebf, which is defined as giving an infant only breast milk from birth up to 6 months of age, without giving other liquids or solids, not even water, with the exception of oral rehydration solution, or dropssyrups of vitamins, minerals or medicines has been shown to be one of the evidencebased interventions for child.
When using the recall since birth method, women who had received counseling on infant feeding had increased odds of. Factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding among infants less than 6 months in kasarani informal settlement, molo district, kenya mututho, leah njeri the health benefits of exclusive breastfeeding on survival, growth and development of a child as well as health and well being of a mother are well documented. Exclusive breastfeeding ebf, which is defined as giving an infant only breast milk from birth up to 6 months of age, without giving other liquids or solids, not even water, with the exception of oral rehydration solution, or dropssyrups of vitamins, minerals or medicines has been shown to be one of the evidencebased interventions for child survival 1, 2. Prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding and barriers for its. Mothers who exclusively breastfeed also have a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus and breast and ovarian cancers 4. Are there any natural products that can increase the production of breast milk. The data indicate that there are several factors affecting breastfeeding initiation. Much of these studies have focused on factors and barriers to exclusive breastfeeding aidam et al.
In recent years, the creation of supportive environments for encouraging mothers to breastfeed their children has emerged as a key health issue for women and children. A convenient sample of 593 emirati mothers who had infants up to 2 years of age was interviewed. Factors influencing the practice of exclusive breastfeeding. Increasing initiation and exclusivity of breastfeeding quality outcomes from exclusive breastfeeding for mother and infants have been investigated nationally and internationally centers for disease control cdc, 2011. Improving exclusive breastfeeding practices by using communication for development in infant and young child feeding programmes 1 unicef c4d orientation webinar series 201112 if a child survives the first month of life exclusive breastfeeding goes a long way towards. The aim of this study was to identify the factors that influence adherence to exclusive breast feeding among hiv positive mothers attending child welfare clinic at pumwani maternity hospital, nairobi county. Breastfeeding is the preferred method of feeding for the infant. Patterns and determinants of breastfeeding and complementary. About 25% were pressurized by relatives to stop exclusive breastfeeding. Only 20 per cent practiced exclusive breastfeeding. Amadhila factors that influence exclusive breastfeeding in nam.
Of the possible variables affecting breastfeeding practices, proximity to baby with a mean score of 4. Some too have looked at the health outcomes of exclusive and non exclusive breastfeeding duncan et al. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding, using adaptive. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding in term infants.
Frequency of exclusive breastfeeding and its affecting factors in khaksefid, tehran, 2011. Factors that positively influence breastfeeding duration to 6. Optimal breastfeeding practices in the first two years of life1, especially exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, can have the single largest impact. What are the factors that can affect the production of breast. However, exclusive breastfeeding by indonesian mothers has declined. The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding at 4 months was 48. Breastfeeding is natures way of nurturing the child, creating a strong bond between the mother and the child by developing babys trust and sense of security. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding among women in.
Mothers expectations and factors influencing exclusive. Working mother attitude and practices of exclusive. The exclusive breastfeeding rate and early initiation to breastfeeding are still very low, because there are many factors that influence exclusive breastfeeding such as, lack of knowledge, lactation problems, poor family and social support, social norms, embarrassment, employment and child care, and health services. The provision of lactation rooms and breast pumping breaks have helped mothers to continue breastfeeding after returning to work, but their effectiveness is uncertain. Mar 28, 20 can medication be used to increase the production of breast milk. Expressed milk should be left covered in a clean container in a cool place, to be fed from a cup while the mother is away. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of worksite. Globally, just 38% of infants less than 6 months are exclusively breastfed. Factors affecting the adoption of exclusive breastfeeding by. Firstly, infant feeding decisions seem to be made prior to, or irrespective of, contact with health professionals. Determinants of exclusive breastfeeding in nigeria bmc. What are the risks of covid19 for the pregnant woman, the fetus and the infant.
By gitonga betty makena a research project report submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of degree of master of arts in project. This paper describes cultural and social beliefs and practices that influence breastfeeding in two urban slums in nairobi, kenya. The present study aimed at investigating the different infant feeding practices and the influencing factors in the united arab emirates uae. The effect of breastfeeding selfefficacy on breastfeeding. Numerous projects are ongoing in institutions to encourage women. Respondents educational status p exclusive breastfeeding.
A focus group discussion was conducted on 21 mothers who discontinued exclusive breastfeeding early. Increasing initiation and exclusivity of breastfeeding in the. The aim of our study was to examine the effects of exclusive versus non exclusive breastfeeding on specific infant morbidities from birth to nine months, in conakry, guinea. Factors influencing breastfeeding practices among mothers in. International journal of medical science and education pissn 2348 4438 eissn2349 3208. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding practice in. Oct 31, 2015 to determine the association between prenatal exclusive breastfeeding intentions and exclusive breastfeeding ebf and explore other factors associated with ebf until 3 months postpartum among mothers residing in suburban parts of the federal capital territory, abuja nigeria. Saharan africa, has been the practice of breastfeeding. Also the extension of maternity leave to enable others have enough time to practice exclusive breastfeeding, and provision of creches in all. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding practice in rural. Objective to assess the monthly success rate prevalences for exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life, as well as. What dietary recommendations are there for breastfeeding mothers. Exclusive breastfeeding rates and associated factors in mdpi. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding among women in muheza district tanga northeastern tanzania.
Pdf factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding, using. Globally, breastfeeding practices and infant morbidities in the guinean context. Exclusive breastfeeding is the most efficacious form of infant feeding for the first six months of life. Unicef has further documented this improvement in the developing world as 33 percent in 1995 and 37 percent in 2008. Effects of workrelated factors on the breastfeeding behavior. Improving exclusive breastfeeding practices by using communication for development breastfeeding is a natural safety net against the worst effects of poverty. The nigeria demographic and health survey ndhs, 2008 report showed a % exclusive breastfeeding rate which is a decline from 17% indicated in 2003 report, the 2008 report also revealed that 34% of the infants aged 05 months were given plain water in addition to breast milk, while. This study investigated some factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding ebf among mothers in dustinma community of katina state, nigeria with an intension to proffer lasting solution for. Exclusive breastfeeding ebf in the first six months of life is very important for the health of both the mother and their infants. The purpose of this study was to assess the factors associated with ebf in nigeria.
Qualitative data were collected in korogocho and viwandani slums through 10 focus group. An ecological study on breastfeeding showed that more than half of all infant deaths from diarrhoeal disease and acute respiratory infections are preventable by exclusive breastfeeding in infants aged 03 months and partial breastfeeding throughout the remainder of infancy who, 1996. Secondly, the data suggest that health promotion campaigns in the uk have been influential in their. Background of problem the american academy of pediatrics aap currently recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life, followed by the inclusion of complementary feedings in addition to breastfeeding, through at least the first year of life aap, 2012. Breastfeeding practices and determinants of exclusive. Data on 658 children less than 6 months of age were obtained from the nigeria demographic and health survey ndhs 2003. Knowledge and attitude towards exclusive breastfeeding. Jan 11, 2011 exclusive breast feeding ebf has important protective effects on the survival of infants and decreases risk for many earlylife diseases. Pdf factors that influence exclusive breastfeeding. Pdf factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding among women.
The evidence from one trial in honduras demonstrates poorer iron status in infants exclusively breastfed for 6 months, versus 4 months followed. The factors that were significantly associated with exclusive breastfeeding are antenatal care attendance, birth order, showing attachment and experiencing breast problems. Information on whether fathers play a significant role or not in influencing exclusive breastfeeding practice among mothers is lacking. Working mothers can continue exclusive breastfeeding by expressing breastmilk at work and at home. If a child survives the first month of life exclusive breastfeeding goes a long way towards cancelling out the health difference between being born into poverty or being born into. The interviews included a detailed questionnaire and conducted in the maternal and child. Jan 11, 2017 despite numerous interventions promoting optimal breastfeeding practices in kenya, pockets of suboptimal breastfeeding practices are documented in kenyas urban slums. This study will provide evidence about factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding and. Exclusive breastfeeding rates and factors associated with. Predominant breastfeeding an infant receives breast milk including milk expressed. Literature available provides information on the factors associated to the duration of exclusive breastfeeding, although the methodological heterogeneity of the studies did not.
Exclusive breastfeeding and its associated factors among. Factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding among women. Pdf factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding among. Summary of the scientific rationale for the benefits of breastfeeding. More education for mothers and the general public on the benefits and need for exclusive breastfeeding. The trend of exclusive breastfeeding among infants less than 6 months in developing countries has taken over a decade to increase from 33% in 1995 to 39% in 2010. Globally, exclusive breastfeeding of children less than six months of age has been increasing annually unicef, 2009. Exclusive breastfeeding is reportedly low in many countries 3,4,5,6,7.
Pdf estimates shows exclusive breastfeeding ebf has the potential to prevent 11. Factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding among infants. I factors associated with ii exclusive breastfeeding in. Exclusive breastfeeding ebf is one of the optimal infant and young child feeding practices. Background exclusive breastfeeding ebf in the first six months of the life can significantly improve maternal and children health, and it is especially important in low and middleincome countries. Sociocultural factors influencing breastfeeding practices in. The mean maternal breastfeeding selfefficacy bse scores at 4 weeks postpartum were significantly higher in the intervention group than in the control group, p 0.
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