Breastfeeding Practices as Observed in Those Attending a Teaching Hospital for Perinatal Care

Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society

Obumneme Beniah Ezeanosike³  Clifford Onuora Okike¹  Onyinye Uchenna Anyanwu⁴  Thecla Chinonyelum Ezeonu² 

[1] Lecturer/Consultant Paediatrics Haematologist MBBS, FWACP;MBBS, FNPMC, Senior Lecturer/Consultant Community Paediatricians;Lecturer/Consultant Neonatologist MBBS, FWACP;MBBS, MNPMC, MWACP Senior Registrar, Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki

关键词: Abakaliki;    Breastfeeding;    Initiation;    Mother;    Practices.;   

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学科分类：儿科学

来源: Nepal Paediatric Society

【 摘 要 】

Introduction: The promotion and support of breastfeeding is a global priority with benefits for maternal and infant health, especially in low-income and middle-income countries where the relevance for child survival is undisputed. Timely initiation of breastfeeding within one hour of birth, exclusive breastfeeding for six months with continued breastfeeding till 2years and beyond are important aspects of breast feeding for child survival. The objective of the study was to describe the practice and perception of breast feeding amongst mothers at the post natal wards of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki.

【 授权许可】

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