Interventions promoting exclusive breastfeeding up to six months after birth: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

SK Kim, S Park, J Oh, J Kim, S Ahn - International Journal of Nursing …, 2018 - Elsevier
Abstract Background The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that mothers
practice exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) of their infants for 6 months. Various breastfeeding …

Addressing barriers to exclusive breast-feeding in low-and middle-income countries: a systematic review and programmatic implications

JA Kavle, E LaCroix, H Dau, C Engmann - Public health nutrition, 2017 - cambridge.org
ObjectiveDespite numerous global initiatives on breast-feeding, trend data show exclusive
breast-feeding (EBF) rates have stagnated over the last two decades. The purpose of the …

Impacts of antenatal nursing interventions on mothers' breastfeeding self-efficacy: an experimental study

SS Piro, HM Ahmed - BMC pregnancy and childbirth, 2020 - Springer
Background A considerable amount of research demonstrates how breastfeeding self-
efficacy significantly influences breastfeeding outcomes. The aim of this study was to …

Breastfeeding practices and determinants of exclusive breastfeeding in a cross-sectional study at a child welfare clinic in Tema Manhean, Ghana

BYA Asare, JV Preko, D Baafi… - International …, 2018 - Springer
Background Exclusive breastfeeding is important for child health and growth, but its practice
is low in many developing countries. This study aimed at determining the breastfeeding …

Exclusive breastfeeding, breastfeeding self-efficacy and perception of milk supply among mothers in Singapore: A longitudinal study

JG De Roza, MK Fong, BL Ang, RB Sadon, EYL Koh… - Midwifery, 2019 - Elsevier
Aim This study aimed to examine the factors that affect exclusive breastfeeding among
mothers in Singapore. Design & Participants This was a longitudinal study over 6 months …

Exclusive breastfeeding and associated factors among mothers in Gozamin district, northwest Ethiopia: a community based cross-sectional study

MT Hunegnaw, LD Gezie, AS Teferra - International breastfeeding journal, 2017 - Springer
Background Exclusive breastfeeding is defined as feeding infants only breast milk, be it
directly from breast or expressed, except drops or syrups consisting of vitamins, mineral …

Knowledge, attitude and practice towards exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers in Mizan Aman town, Southwestern Ethiopia: descriptive cross-sectional …

N Tadele, F Habta, D Akmel, E Deges - International breastfeeding journal, 2016 - Springer
Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is the best nutrition for children during the first six
months of life. However EBF remains a challenge. The aim of the study was to assess …

Exclusive breastfeeding practice in Ethiopia and its association with antenatal care and institutional delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

A Alebel, C Tesma, B Temesgen, A Ferede… - International …, 2018 - Springer
Abstract Background Despite the World Health Organization recommendation of exclusive
breastfeeding (EBF) for the first six months of life, the rate remains low both in developed …

Predictors of exclusive breastfeeding knowledge and intention to or practice of exclusive breastfeeding among antenatal and postnatal women receiving routine care …

T Senghore, TA Omotosho, O Ceesay… - International …, 2018 - Springer
Background Despite consistent evidence showing the importance of exclusive breastfeeding
(EBF) for six months, it remains a sub-optimal practice in The Gambia. This study aimed at …

Impact of personal and environmental factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding practices in the first six months during the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand: a mixed …

S Nuampa, A Ratinthorn, CL Patil, K Kuesakul… - International …, 2022 - Springer
Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for six months is recommended as one of the
most important ways to support child health and survival, particularly during the COVID-19 …