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Lactation induction in a transgender woman: case report and recommendations for clinical practice Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Jojanneke E. van Amesfoort, Norah M. Van Mello, Renate van Genugten
We present a case of non-puerperal induced lactation in transgender woman. Medical literature on lactation induction for transgender women is scarce, and the majority of literature and protocols on lactation induction is based on research in cisgender women. Healthcare professionals may lack the precise knowledge about lactation induction and may therefore feel insecure when advice is requested. Subsequently
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Resisting stigma: the role of online communities in young mothers’ successful breastfeeding Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Christina Severinsen, Eva Neely, Rochelle Hutson
Breastfeeding initiation and continuation rates are shaped by complex and interrelated determinants across individual, interpersonal, community, organisational, and policy spheres. Young mothers, however, face a double burden of stigma, being perceived as immature and incompetent in their mothering and breastfeeding abilities. In this study, we aimed to understand the experiences of young mothers who
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The importance of community resources for breastfeeding Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Jennifer LoCasale-Crouch, Margaret Kathleen Wallace, Timothy Heeren, Stephen Kerr, Yitong Yue, Genevieve Deeken, Khara Turnbull, Brianna Jaworski, Mayaris Cubides Mateus, Rachel Moon, Fern Robin Hauck, Ann Kellams, Eve Colson, Michael Jay Corwin
Breastfeeding has long-lasting effects on children’s cognition, behavioral, mental and physical health. Previous research shows parental characteristics (e.g., education, race/ethnicity, income level) are associated with breastfeeding initiation and duration. Further, research shows significant variation in access to community resources by race/ethnicity. It is unclear how community resources may impact
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Prelacteal feeding is not associated with infant size at 3 months in rural Bangladesh: a prospective cohort study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 Hannah Tong, Andrew Thorne-Lyman, Amanda C. Palmer, Saijuddin Shaikh, Hasmot Ali, Ya Gao, Monica M. Pasqualino, Lee Wu, Kelsey Alland, Kerry Schulze, Keith P. Jr. West, Md Iqbal Hossain, Alain B. Labrique
Early and exclusive breastfeeding may reduce neonatal and post-neonatal mortality in low-resource settings. However, prelacteal feeding (PLF), the practice of giving food or liquid before breastfeeding is established, is still a barrier to optimal breastfeeding practices in many South Asian countries. We used a prospective cohort study to assess the association between feeding non-breastmilk food or
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Understanding mother-to-child transmission of HIV among mothers engaged in HIV care in Kenya: a case report Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-24 Emily L. Tuthill, Belinda C. Odhiambo, Ann E. Maltby
Mother-to-child transmission of HIV, which may occur in utero, during birth, or through breastmilk, is now largely preventable with the advancement of HIV testing and treatment for women and their infants. Globally, great progress has been recorded over the years, with a 58% decline in new infections in children from 2010 to 2022. Currently, Kenya is among the countries with the highest rates of mother-to-child
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Laid-back breastfeeding: knowledge, attitudes and practices of midwives and student midwives in Ireland Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 Margaret McGuigan, Patricia Larkin
Despite concerted efforts by policy developers, health professionals and lay groups, breastfeeding rates in Ireland remain one of the lowest in world, with 63.6% of mothers initiating breastfeeding at birth, dropping to 37.6% of mothers breastfeeding exclusively on hospital discharge. Nipple trauma and difficulties with baby latching are major contributors to the introduction of formula and discontinuation
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The investigation of serum phenylalanine levels based on infant feeding method: a cross-sectional study of children less than two years old with phenylketonuria (PKU) Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 Zaniar Mohammadzadeh, Loghman Sharifi, Asadolah Fatholahpour, Elham Bazshahi
Clinical advice may suggest discontinuing breastfeeding after the diagnosis of phenylketonuria in infants as the only effective way to monitor the newborn's intake and accurate measurement of phenylalanine (Phe). This study aims to investigate the prevalence and duration of breastfeeding, as well as its effect on serum Phe levels in infants with phenylketonuria at Education and Therapy Medical Center
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The economic value of human milk from three cohort studies in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-08 Benedetta Zabotti, Sara Buchini, Mariarosa Milinco, Adriano Cattaneo, Paola Pani, Luca Ronfani
The Mothers’ Milk Tool, developed and launched by the Australian National University and Alive & Thrive in 2022, allows to estimate the volume and value of breastmilk using prevalence rates of breastfeeding by month of age from birth to 36 months. The objective of this study was to obtain these estimates for three cohort studies conducted in a region of Italy. Breastfeeding data from three cohort studies
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Spatial variation and determinants of delayed breastfeeding initiation in Ethiopia: spatial and multilevel analysis of recent evidence from EDHS 2019 Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-07 Ribka Nigatu Haile, Biruk Beletew Abate, Tegene Atamenta Kitaw
Despite the World Health Organization’s firm recommendation to start breastfeeding during the first hour after delivery, nearly 54% of children in low- and middle-income countries are unable to initiate breastfeeding within the recommended time frame. Understanding the initiation of breastfeeding is essential for optimal child health and maternal well-being. This study was conducted using the recent
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Acceptability to donate human milk among postnatal mothers at St. Francis hospital Nsambya, Uganda: a mixed method study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 Mohammed A. M. Ahmed, Charles Patrick Namisi, Nakibuuka Victoria Kirabira, Micheal Webba Lwetabe, Joseph Rujumba
The World Health Organization recommends the use of donated human milk (HM) as the second-best option for mothers who are temporarily unable to provide sufficient breast milk to meet the needs of their infants. However, HM donation is yet to become an accepted practice in Uganda. We assessed the level of, and factors associated with acceptability to donate HM among postnatal mothers at St. Francis
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Determinants of health care worker breastfeeding experience and practices and their association with provision of care for breastfeeding mothers: a mixed-methods study from Northern Thailand Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-25 Mary Ellen Gilder, Chanapat Pateekhum, Nan San Wai, Prapatsorn Misa, Phimthip Sanguanwai, Jarntrah Sappayabanphot, Nan Eh Tho, Wichuda Wiwattanacharoen, Nopakoon Nantsupawat, Ahmar Hashmi, Chaisiri Angkurawaranon, Rose McGready
Improving breastfeeding rates is one of the most cost-effective ways to prevent infant deaths, but most of the world falls far below WHO recommended breastfeeding practices. Confident, informed healthcare workers are an important resource to promote breastfeeding, but healthcare workers are at risk of early breastfeeding cessation themselves. Culture, ethnicity and socio-economic status impact breastfeeding
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Mothers’ experiences and perceptions of breastfeeding peer support: a qualitative systematic review Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-19 Yuanyuan Yang, Huijuan Liu, Xiaoyi Cui, Jingwen Meng
The global issue of low breastfeeding rates has been widely reported. Quantitative studies have shown the positive effects of peer support on breastfeeding. However, the experiences of mothers who receive breastfeeding peer support have been found to vary. To date, no systematic qualitative summary has been conducted to document the impact of peer support, nor to provide advice for its implementation
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Partners’ experiences of breastfeeding: a qualitative evaluation of a breastfeeding support intervention in Sweden Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-18 Ingrid Blixt, Ove Axelsson, Eva-Lotta Funkquist
The World Health Organization states that women and their families need breastfeeding support from the healthcare system. However, knowledge about the most effective way to involve the partner in breastfeeding is lacking. A qualitative evaluation can provide insight and knowledge about the partner’s experiences towards a breastfeeding support intervention and thus contribute to how forthcoming breastfeeding
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Anti-SARS-CoV-2-specific antibodies in human breast milk following SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy: a prospective cohort study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-18 Irene Fernández-Buhigas, Nieves Rayo, Julia Cuesta Silos, Berta Serrano, Olga Ocón-Hernández, Bo Wah Leung, Juan Luis Delgado, David Sánchez-Nieves Fernández, Silvia Valle, Laura De Miguel, Aroa Silgado, Ramón Perez Tanoira, Valeria Rolle, Belén Santacruz, Maria M. Gil, Liona C. Poon
While the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in human breast milk is contentious, anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies have been consistently detected in human breast milk. However, it is uncertain when and how long the antibodies are present. This was a prospective cohort study including all consecutive pregnant women with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy, recruited at six maternity units in Spain and Hong
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Promoting breastfeeding in women with gestational diabetes mellitus in high-income settings: an integrative review Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-18 Georgia Otter, Deborah Davis, Ella Kurz, Mary-Ellen Hooper, Alison Shield, Indira Samarawickrema, Sarah Spiller, Marjorie Atchan
Breastfeeding provides many short- and long-term health benefits for mothers and their infants and is a particularly relevant strategy for women who experience Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) during pregnancy. However, breastfeeding rates are generally lower amongst this group of women than the general population. This review’s objective is to identify the factors that influence breastfeeding by
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Effect of breast milk intake volume on early behavioral neurodevelopment of extremely preterm infants Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-17 Ying Gao, Xiaoyu Lu, Mengqing Pan, Chuntian Liu, Yuxiao Min, Xiaochun Chen
This study aimed to explore the effects of breast milk feeding volume on the early behavioral neurodevelopment of extremely preterm infants (gestational age < 28 weeks). The study was conducted from 1 January 2021 to 31 March 2023. A total of 187 preterm infants from a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in a Grade III Class A hospital in Zhejiang, China, were divided based on the proportion of breast
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Translation and validation of the Breastfeeding Motivation Scale in China Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-04 Yanfei Yu, Lu Zhang, Ying Liu, Lan Zhang, Nafei Guo
There are several versions of the Breastfeeding Motivation Scale (BMS), which have been shown to measure maternal breastfeeding motivation, but there is not a Chinese version yet. The study aimed to translate the BMS into Chinese and subsequently assess its psychometric properties among Chinese mothers during the postpartum period. The study was composed of two phases. The translation of BMS closely
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Magnitude and determinants of early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding at six weeks postpartum: evidence from the PMA Ethiopia longitudinal survey Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2024-01-04 Addisalem Zebene Armdie, Bedilu Alamirie Ejigu, Assefa Seme, Selamawit Desta, Mahari Yihdego, Solomon Shiferaw
Early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding are crucial in preventing child morbidity and mortality. Despite the importance of these practices, rates of timely initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding remain suboptimal in many sub-Saharan countries, including Ethiopia. This paper aimed to estimate the prevalence and identify determinants of breastfeeding initiation within the first
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Maternal disability and initiation and duration of breastfeeding: analysis of a Canadian cross-sectional survey Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-21 Hilary K. Brown, Lesley Pablo, Natalie V. Scime, Amira M. Aker, Cindy-Lee Dennis
The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding as the best method for infant feeding. Known risk factors for breastfeeding non-initiation and early cessation of breastfeeding are diverse and include low breastfeeding self-efficacy, poverty, smoking, obesity, and chronic illness. Although women with disabilities experience elevated rates of these risk factors, few studies have examined their
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Exclusive breastfeeding practices and its determinants in Indian infants: findings from the National Family Health Surveys-4 and 5 Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-20 Samarasimha Reddy N, Aravind Dharmaraj, Jovis Jacob, Kulandaipalayam Natarajan Sindhu
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) in infants for the first 6 months of life. This analysis aims to estimate the proportion of Indian infants exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months using the National Family Health Surveys (NFHS)-4 and 5, and further, determine factors associated with EBF practices. EBF for this analysis was defined as when infants received
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Lumbar spine bone mineral density in women breastfeeding for a period of 4 to 6 months: systematic review and meta-analysis Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-18 Larissa Brazolotto Ferreira, Keny Gonçalves Tirapeli, Carla Cristiane Silva, Tamara Beres Lederer Goldberg
During the breastfeeding period, important transient changes in calcium homeostasis are verified in the maternal skeleton, to meet the demand for calcium for breastmilk production. The literature is inconclusive regarding the causes and percentages of involvement of bone densitometry resulting from exclusive breastfeeding (4 to 6 months). This article aims to systematically review the literature, to
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“Work with us… to make it more accessible”. What women with intellectual disabilities want from infant-feeding health resources: an exploratory study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-08 Emma Douglass, Clare Johnson, Geraldine Lucas, Sally Dowling
More women with intellectual disabilities are becoming mothers but fewer are known to breastfeed compared with other women. Women with intellectual disabilities are entitled to accessible antenatal and infant feeding information, yet are rarely asked for their views on available resources. This article reports on the final stage of a UK project exploring how women with intellectual disabilities are
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Sociodemographic and health-related factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding in 77 districts of Uganda Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-05 Derrick Kimuli, Florence Nakaggwa, Norah Namuwenge, Rebecca N. Nsubuga, Paul Isabirye, Kenneth Kasule, Justine Fay Katwesige, Sheila Nyakwezi, Solome Sevume, Norbert Mubiru, Barbara Amuron, Daraus Bukenya
Uganda surpasses many African nations and the global average in exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates. Yet, malnutrition is a critical issue, with stunting impacting roughly 29% of children under 5 years. Enhancing EBF could mitigate such nutritional challenges. This study focused on determining the current EBF prevalence and identifying associated factors across 77 surveyed districts. Pooled data from
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Breastfeeding success and perceived social support in lactating women with a history of COVID 19 infection: a prospective cohort study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-12-04 Ashraf Moini, Fatemeh Heidari, Mitra Eftekhariyazdi, Reihaneh Pirjani, Marjan Ghaemi, Nasim Eshraghi, Maryam Rabiei
Given the limited availability of research on the association between COVID-19 infection and breastfeeding success, the primary objective of this study is to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of this relationship. This prospective cohort study included 260 women who were on the postnatal ward of an academic hospital affiliated with Tehran University of Medical Sciences during the COVID-19 pandemic
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“It has changed my life”: unconditional cash transfers and personalized infant feeding support- a feasibility intervention trial among women living with HIV in western Kenya Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-27 Emily L. Tuthill, Ann E. Maltby, Belinda C. Odhiambo, Thomas J. Hoffmann, Maureen Nyaura, Rosemary Shikari, Craig R. Cohen, Sheri D. Weiser
The syndemic effects of poverty, food insecurity and living with HIV are recognized as global health priorities, including through the United Nations Sustainability Goals 1, 2 and 3. Today, women and girls account for 63% of all new HIV infections in eastern and southern Africa, including Kenya. Pregnant and postpartum women living with HIV in this setting face unique challenges including increased
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The relationship between creamatocrit and cumulative percentage of total milk volume: a cross-sectional study in mothers of very preterm infants in Bangkok, Thailand Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-23 Walaiporn Bowornkitiwong, Chulaluk Komoltri, Sopapan Ngerncham
Human hindmilk contains higher concentrations of fat than foremilk and is more desirable for growth in preterm infants who can tolerate limited volumes of breastmilk. There is currently no clear demarcation between foremilk and hindmilk. This study characterized the change in breastmilk’s fat content from the start to end of milk flow and defined this demarcation. Mothers of infants born at ≤ 32 weeks
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Factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding in central Saudi Arabia: a hospital-based survey Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-16 Ameinah Thamer Alrasheedi
Early initiation of breastfeeding is central to the success of infant feeding. The World Health Organization (WHO) therefore recommends breastfeeding within the first hour of birth and has set a target to increase the rate to 70% globally by 2030. This suggests the necessity of systematic investigations to capture trends in early initiation of breastfeeding to avail health systems of up-to-date information
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Correction: Infant feeding practices and autism spectrum disorder in US children aged 2–5 years: the national survey of children’s health (NSCH) 2016–2020 Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-13 Xiao-Ling Zhan, Ning Pan, Shamshad Karatela, Lei Shi, Xin Wang, Zhao-Yan Liu, Jin Jing, Xiu-Hong Li, Li Cai, Li-Zi Lin
International Breastfeeding Journal (2023) 18:41 https://doi.org/10.1186/s13006-023-00580-2 Following publication of the original article [1], the authors received communication from National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH) officials regarding a processing error affecting specific variables within the dataset that they had used to investigate the relationship between infant feeding practices and
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Maternity protection policies and the enabling environment for breastfeeding in the Philippines: a qualitative study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-10 Cherry C. Maramag, Jyn Allec R. Samaniego, Mary Christine Castro, Paul Zambrano, Tuan T Nguyen, Jennifer Cashin, Janice Datu-Sanguyo, Roger Mathisen, Amy Weissman
The Philippines has enacted maternity protection policies, such as the 105-Day Expanded Maternity Leave Law and the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009, to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. This study aimed to review the content and implementation of maternity protection policies in the Philippines and assess their role in enabling recommended breastfeeding practices. It also identified
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Facilitators, barriers, and key influencers of breastfeeding among low birthweight infants: a qualitative study in India, Malawi, and Tanzania Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-08 Linda Vesel, Emily Benotti, Sarah Somji, Roopa M Bellad, Umesh Charantimath, Sangappa M Dhaded, Shivaprasad S Goudar, Chandrashekhar Karadiguddi, Geetanjali Mungarwadi, Sunil S Vernekar, Rodrick Kisenge, Karim Manji, Nahya Salim, Abraham Samma, Christopher R Sudfeld, Irving F Hoffman, Tisungane Mvalo, Melda Phiri, Friday Saidi, Jennifer Tseka, Mercy Tsidya, Bethany A Caruso, Christopher P Duggan, Kiersten
Low birthweight (LBW) infants are at increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Exclusive breastfeeding up to six months is recommended to help them thrive through infection prevention, growth improvements, and enhancements in neurodevelopment. However, limited data exist on the feeding experiences of LBW infants, their caregivers and key community influencers. The qualitative component of the Low
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Beyond mothers: the crucial role of family caregivers’ knowledge on exclusive breastfeeding in rural western China Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-06 Jingchun Nie, Jinbiao Ye, Shichong Wu, Nan Wang, Yangyuan Li, Yunjie Liu, Zulihumaer Reheman, Junhao Wu, Jie Yang, Yaojiang Shi
The exclusive breastfeeding rate in China remains significantly low. Numerous studies have identified the impact of maternal characteristics on exclusive breastfeeding; however, the correlation between primary family caregivers’ characteristics, such as health and nutrition knowledge, and exclusive breastfeeding still lacks clarity. The aim of this study is to investigate the association between the
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Impact of breastfeeding during infancy on functional constipation at 3 years of age: the Japan Environment and Children’s Study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-06 Noriko Motoki, Yuji Inaba, Hirokazu Toubou, Kohei Hasegawa, Takumi Shibazaki, Teruomi Tsukahara, Tetsuo Nomiyama
There is a lack of large, nationwide, birth cohort studies in Japan that examine the relationships of initial feeding habits and breastfeeding period duration with offspring functional constipation at 3 years of age. This study assessed the impact of breastfeeding during infancy on early childhood functional constipation. The fixed data of 70,078 singleton births from the ongoing Japan Environment
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Twitter discussions on breastfeeding during the COVID-19 pandemic Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-11-04 Jawahar Jagarapu, Marlon I. Diaz, Christoph U. Lehmann, Richard J. Medford
Breastfeeding is a critical health intervention in infants. Recent literature reported that the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in significant mental health issues in pregnant and breastfeeding women due to social isolation and lack of direct professional support. These maternal mental health issues affected infant nutrition and decreased breastfeeding rates during COVID-19. Twitter, a popular social media
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Health professionals’ competencies regarding breastfeeding beyond 12 months: a systematic review Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Oona Ojantausta, Niina Pöyhönen, Riikka Ikonen, Marja Kaunonen
Breastfeeding up to two years and beyond supports the health and neurobiological development of a child. Nevertheless, mothers experience criticism from health professionals towards breastfeeding beyond 12 months. Competence related to breastfeeding counselling is defined as minimum knowledge, skills and attitudes that all health professionals should have to protect, promote and support breastfeeding
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Association of the presence of a COVID-19 infection at the time of birth and the rates of exclusive breastfeeding upon discharge in BFHI hospitals: a multicenter, prospective cohort study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-10-04 Miguel Ángel Marín Gabriel, Sergio Martín Lozoya, Susana de las Heras Ibarra, Laura Domingo Comeche, Ersilia González Carrasco, Paula Lalaguna Mallada, Natalia Villó Sirerol, Lucía García Fernández, José Jiménez Martínez, Ana Royuela Vicente
Very few studies have assessed the association between COVID-19 infection and the rates of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) upon discharge following the first waves of the pandemic and after initiation of vaccination. The primary objective of this study is to compare the rates of EBF since birth upon discharge in mothers diagnosed with COVID-19 infection at the time of the delivery versus a group of non-infected
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Improving milk donation behavior through an educational intervention based on the theory of planned behavior: study protocol of a cluster randomized controlled trial Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-19 Shirin Shahbazi Sighaldeh, Maryam Moridi, Vafa Ghorban Sabagh, Anoshirvan Kazemnejad, Fatemeh Shateranni
Breastfeeding mothers’ decisions to donate their milk is influenced by their knowledge, attitudes, and subjective norms such as their family’s opinions on milk donation. In Iran, women have favorable knowledge and positive attitudes toward breastfeeding, but they lack sufficient information and education about milk banks. With respect to current childbearing policies, an increase in the number of infants
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Breastfeeding is associated with reduced risks of central obesity and hypertension in young school-aged children: a large, population-based study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-11 Dan Lin, Didi Chen, Jun Huang, Yun Li, Xiaosa Wen, Ping Ou, Huijing Shi
Previous studies examined the effects of breastfeeding on measured values of body circumferences or blood pressure during childhood. However, limited data are available for the association between child feeding and a specific disease diagnosed as central obesity or hypertension. Hence, we aimed to examine whether the type and duration of breastfeeding are associated with obesity/central obesity or
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Does the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine’s Clinical Protocol #36 ‘The Mastitis Spectrum’ promote overtreatment and risk worsened outcomes for breastfeeding families? Commentary Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-05 Pamela Douglas
In 2022 the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) published Clinical Protocol #36: The Mastitis Spectrum, which aims to update clinical approaches to management of benign lactation-related breast inflammation. The protocol has been timely because of the exponential increase in knowledge about the human milk microbiome over the past decade. This Commentary aims to continue respectful debate amongst
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Breastfeeding needs of mothers of preterm infants in China: a qualitative study informed by the behaviour change wheel Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Yaqi Yu, Qianru Liu, Xiaoju Xiong, Ying Luo, Wen Xie, Wenshuai Song, Maoling Fu, Qiaoyue Yang, Genzhen Yu
Although breastfeeding is strongly recommended, the breastfeeding rate of preterm infants in China remains significantly low. In addition to the global structural challenges to breastfeeding and the physiological immaturity of preterm infants, Chinese mothers of preterm infants face unique challenges of maternal-infant separation after birth. Moreover, little is known about Chinese mothers’ specific
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Women’s perceptions of factors needed to encourage a culture of public breastfeeding: a cross-sectional study in Sweden, Ireland and Australia Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-09-01 Charlotta Dykes, Pernilla Ny, Yvonne L. Hauck, Lesley Kuliukas, Louise Gallagher, Vivienne Brady, Christine Rubertsson
Breastfeeding in the public sphere is known to be experienced as a problem for many women. It has been shown to arouse negative feelings among the public, depending on the attitude of those in the immediate surroundings. This contributes to the fact that many women hesitate to breastfeed in public and prepare themselves for potential adverse comments. An online survey was used for an international
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Factors influencing breastfeeding continuation and formula feeding beyond six months in rural and urban households in Indonesia: a qualitative investigation Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-31 Bunga Astria Paramashanti, Michael J Dibley, Tanvir M Huda, Yayi Suryo Prabandari, Neeloy Ashraful Alam
Global and Indonesian guidelines suggest that breastfeeding should continue for at least the first two years of life. While many studies have focused on six-month exclusive breastfeeding practices, little is known about why mothers do not sustain breastfeeding beyond this period. This qualitative study aimed to explore factors influencing breastfeeding continuation and formula feeding beyond six months
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Prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of an infant’s life and associated factors in a low–middle income country Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-31 Hoang Thi Nam Giang, Do Thi Thuy Duy, Nguyen Lam Vuong, Nguyen Thi Tu Ngoc, Thu Thi Pham, Nguyen Tran Minh Duc, Trinh Thi Diem Le, Tran Thi Tuyet Nga, Le Tho Minh Hieu, Nguyen Thi Tuong Vi, Bui Minh Triet, Nguyen Tan Thach, Tran Thi Bach Truc, Nguyen Tien Huy
Although breastfeeding is practiced by 98% of mothers in Vietnam, infant breastfeeding behaviors remain far from World Health Organization recommendations and continues to decline. This study aims to explore the prevalence and factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding in the first six months of an infant’s life. A cross-sectional study utilized a self-administered maternal questionnaire to collect
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Inequalities in early initiation of breastfeeding in Bangladesh: an estimation of relative and absolute measures of inequality Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-28 Satyajit Kundu, Syed Sharaf Ahmed Chowdhury, Md Tamzid Hasan, Azaz Bin Sharif
Evidence suggested that inequalities based on education, wealth status, place of residence, and geographical regions significantly influence the key breastfeeding indicators including early initiation of breastfeeding. This study aimed to estimate the trends and magnitude of inequalities in early initiation of breastfeeding practice in Bangladesh from 2004 to 2017 applying both absolute and relative
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A quality improvement project to increase breast milk feeding of hospitalized late preterm infants in China Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-23 Meiying Quan, Zhenghong Li, Laura Placke Ward, Shuju Feng, Yalin Jing, Lin Wang, Jing Yuan
The breastfeeding rates of late preterm infants are lower than both term and extremely preterm infants. To explore the interventions of increasing full breast milk feeding rate of hospitalized late preterm infants on the 7th day after birth (D7) and evaluate the effect of these quality improvement (QI) interventions. The full breast milk feeding (amount of enteral breast milk reached 120ml/kg/d on
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Intersectional inequalities in exclusive breastfeeding practices in India: analysis of national family health survey-4 Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-23 Haseena Chekrain Valappil, Rajeev Jayalakshmi, Christian Sewor
Exclusive breastfeeding in the initial six months of infancy plays a significant role in the physical and cognitive development of the child. One in two children below six months of age in India is not receiving exclusive breastfeeding, with the rates varying considerably between and within states. In this study, we investigated the effect of intersecting inequalities in exclusive breastfeeding practice
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Factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding of children under six months of age in Cote d’Ivoire Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-15 Ibrahima Koffi, Esme Marie Laure Essis, Iba Bamba, Kaudjhis Rh Assi, Loukou Léandre Konan, Joseph Aka
Despite benefits of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) and its strategic place in the national guidelines for infant and young child feeding, its practice remains insufficient in Cote d’Ivoire. It is therefore important to identify its early stopping associated factors. We aimed to (i) assess the extent of children’s exposure to exclusive breastfeeding and the associated explanatory factors for discontinuation
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Determinants of early cessation of exclusive breastfeeding practices among rural mothers from Jaffna District of Sri Lanka Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-15 Kandeepan Karthigesu, Sandrasegarampillai Balakumar, Vasanthy Arasaratnam
Sri Lanka is an upper-middle-income country with excellent health statistics. However, 2016 Demographic and Health Survey data have shown 82% and 64% of mothers exclusively breastfed infants aged 0–6 months and 4–5 months, respectively. The short duration of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) has an impact on the growth and development of babies. Since no studies have been reported on EBF practices of the
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Infant feeding practices and autism spectrum disorder in US children aged 2–5 years: the national survey of children’s health (NSCH) 2016–2020 Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-11 Xiao-Ling Zhan, Ning Pan, Shamshad Karatela, Lei Shi, Xin Wang, Zhao-Yan Liu, Jin Jing, Xiu-Hong Li, Li Cai, Li-Zi Lin
To investigate the relationship between infant feeding practices and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) among children aged 2–5 years in the United States (US). Data from the 2016–2020 National Survey of Children’s Health, a nationally representative cross-sectional survey, were utilized for this study. Questionnaires were administered to parents of children aged 2–5 years to gather information on ASD
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Current prevalence, changes, and determinants of breastfeeding practice in China: data from cross-sectional national household health services surveys in 2013 and 2018 Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-11 Zeyu Li, Yufei Jia, Iris Parshley, Yaoguang Zhang, Jia Wang, Qian Long
The World Health Organization and the government of China have made many efforts to improve breastfeeding practices. The evidence of breastfeeding practices over the past decade in China is limited. The current study aimed to describe the current prevalence, variation trends, and determinants of breastfeeding practices in China using data from the National Household Health Service Surveys (NHHSS) in
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Teaching antenatal hand expression: a feasibility study in an inner urban U.S. hospital Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-10 Sally Chen, Yukiko Washio, Angela Liu, Colette Acker, Gail Herrine
Many women have low confidence in breastfeeding and have concerns regarding low milk volume or discomfort with breastfeeding. Antenatal hand expression may be an opportunity to help women feel more comfortable with breastfeeding and help promote exclusive breastfeeding. A study at a hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. assessed the feasibility of teaching antenatal hand expression at 39 weeks
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Evaluation of breastfeeding and infant feeding attitudes among syrian refugees in Turkey: observations of Syrian healthcare workers Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-09 Siddika Songül Yalçın, Meryem Erat Nergiz, Suzan Yalçın
The influx of Syrian refugees into Turkey has highlighted the importance of supporting breastfeeding practices among this vulnerable population. We aimed to evaluate the breastfeeding and infant feeding attitudes of Syrian mothers based on the observations of Syrian healthcare workers (HCWs). An online form including 31 questions was prepared in Turkish, Arabic, and English languages and distributed
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Breastfeeding in women with systemic lupus erythematosus: results from a Norwegian quality register Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Maylinn Bjerkaas Hanssen, Agnete Malm Gulati, Hege Koksvik, Marianne Wallenius
Knowledge on breastfeeding among women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is sparse. We wanted to identify the frequency of breastfeeding in SLE, and to compare breastfeeding women with SLE to non-breastfeeding women to examine possible differences in disease characteristics and self-reported health data between the groups. Prospective data on women with SLE from RevNatus, a consent-based Norwegian
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Breastmilk cadmium levels and estimated infant exposure: a multicenter study of associated factors in a resource-limited country Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-28 Ramzi Shawahna, Rana Saleh, Lina Owiwi, Aya Abdi, Diana Bani-Odeh, Iyad Maqboul, Hatim Hijaz, Mohammad Jaber
Despite the undisputed benefits of breastfeeding, infants might become exposed to xenobiotics that could be excreted into breast milk following maternal exposure. This study was conducted to assess breastmilk cadmium levels among lactating women in Palestine, a resource-limited country. Estimated daily intake (EDI) of cadmium via breastmilk was also calculated and predictors of high breastmilk cadmium
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The association of breast feeding for at least six months with hemodynamic and metabolic health of women and their children aged three years: an observational cohort study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-19 Maleesa M. Pathirana, Prabha H. Andraweera, Emily Aldridge, Madeline Harrison, Jade Harrison, Shalem Leemaqz, Margaret A. Arstall, Gustaaf A. Dekker, Claire T. Roberts
Breastfeeding is important for both mother and child in reducing risk of future cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it may be an effective method to improve cardio-metabolic health, particularly those who are exposed to pregnancy complications which increase later CVD risk for both mother and child. The aim of this study is to assess differences in cardiometabolic health at three years postpartum in
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Associations of in-hospital postpartum feeding experiences with exclusive breastfeeding practices among infants in rural Sichuan, China Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-07-13 Ann M. Weber, Yian Guo, Evelyn Zhang, Susan Gruber, Alexis Medina, Huan Zhou, Gary L. Darmstadt
In rural China, exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) prevalence is low and hospitals often fail to attain baby-friendly feeding objectives, such as ≥ 75% of newborns exclusively breastfed from birth to discharge. Empirical evidence for the impact of increased hospital compliance with recommended feeding guidelines on continued EBF in rural China is lacking. We sought to measure and model the association of
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Determinants of early initiation of breastfeeding in The Gambia: a population-based study using the 2019–2020 demographic and health survey data Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-06-22 Muhammed L Darboe, Angeline Jeyakumar, Salma M. A. Mansour, Shahanara Valawalkar
Early initiation of breastfeeding within the first hour of life prevents neonatal and infant mortality. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Target 3.2 aims to reduce neonatal mortality and under 5 mortality globally. The decline in the early initiation of breastfeeding in The Gambia coincides with deviations from the SDGs, due to poor indicators of child survival. Our work studied the determinants
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Acceptability of donated breast milk among pregnant women in selected hospitals in central Uganda: a cross-sectional study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-06-16 Mary Gorreth Namuddu, Juliet Kiguli, Victoria Nakibuuka, Ritah Nantale, David Mukunya
Donated breast milk is considered beneficial to vulnerable infants. Thus, Uganda launched its first human milk bank in November 2021 to provide breast milk to preterm, low birthweight and sick babies. However, there is a scarcity of information on the acceptability of donated breast milk in Uganda. The study sought to assess the acceptability of using donated breast milk and associated factors among
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Breastfeeding environment and experiences at the workplace among health workers in the Upper East Region of Ghana Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-06-14 Clement Kubreziga Kubuga, Juliana Tindana
Employed mothers have lower rates of breastfeeding, including health workers who are supposed to be advocates for breastfeeding. These working mothers need a supportive workplace environment to breastfeed, yet Ghana’s breastfeeding policy neither mentions the workplace breastfeeding environment nor offers any information on it. A convergent parallel mixed-methods design was used in this study to determine:
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Factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding in Israel during the COVID-19 pandemic: a subset of the IMAgiNE EURO cross-sectional study Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-06-09 Rada Artzi-Medvedik, Ilaria Mariani, Emanuelle Pessa Valente, Marzia Lazzerini, Ilana Azulay Chertok
Evidence has shown that restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic have negatively affected breastfeeding support and outcomes in hospitals in many countries. The aims of the study were to describe exclusive breastfeeding rates and identify factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding at hospital discharge among women who gave birth during the COVID-19 pandemic in Israel. A cross-sectional online
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Comparison of bacterial profiles in human milk from mothers of term and preterm infants Int. Breastfeed. J. (IF 3.5) Pub Date : 2023-06-08 Kumiko Miura, Miori Tanaka, Midori Date, Mizuho Ito, Noriko Mizuno, Katsumi Mizuno
Reducing the disposal of donated human milk (HM) is important for efficient management of human milk banks (HMBs). The presence of bacteria growth is the main factor that contributes to the disposal of donated HM. The bacterial profile in HM is suspected to differ between term and preterm mothers, with HM from preterm mothers containing more bacteria. Thus, elucidation of the causes of bacterial growth