literature review on knowledge attitude and practice of exclusive breastfeeding

Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recommended for the first six months of age by the World Health Organization. Mothers' good knowledge and positive attitude play key roles in the process of exclusive breastfeeding practices. In this study, we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to examine the status of mothers' knowledge, attitude, and practices related to exclusive ...

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization recommend exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for up to 6 months. Despite the importance of breast milk, EBF is far less prevalent in Nigeria than is recommended for developing countries. Worse still, the odds of EBF practice are very low in rural communities.

In this study, we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to examine the status of mothers' knowledge, attitude, and practices related to exclusive breastfeeding in East Africa ...

rate of exclusive breastfeeding by at least 50% by 2025. Exclusive breastfeeding among children less than six months in Ghana is 52.3%. Hence there is need for improvement. This study was to explore mothers' knowledge and attitude towards exclusive breastfeeding and how they influence its practice.

Introduction. Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is the practice of providing a baby with only breast milk during the first six months of life, with the exception of any supplements, vitamins, or medications (1, 2).The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) recommend that breastfeeding should start within the first hour of birth, continue exclusively for the first six months of life, and then be ...

A semi-structured questionnaire was used to assess the mother's knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding EBF. Simple and multiple logistic regression analyses were performed to determine the factors associated with the practice of EBF. Results: A total of 400 mothers between the ages of 18 and 41 took part in the study.

ge, attitude and practice of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) amongst mothers living in areas around a Baby Friendly h ospital Initiative (BF hI) designated hospital in Lagos, Nigeria. Objectives: 1. Tod eert mni eth e realtionshpi betweenm other s' knowledge on exclusive breastfeeding and the practice of exclusive breastfeeding in two se-

Despite having satisfactory knowledge and attitude, the practice of exclusive breastfeeding among mothers was poor. We recommend that interventions must be focused more on ensuring exclusive breastfeeding practice among mothers in addition to improving their knowledge and attitudes.

Knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusive breastfeeding among mothers in East Africa: a systematic review ... we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to examine the status of mothers' knowledge, attitude, and practices related to exclusive breastfeeding in East Africa, so as to provide clues on what can be done to ...

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recommended for the first six months of age by the World Health Organization. Mothers' good knowledge and positive attitude play key roles in the process of exclusive breastfeeding practices. In this study, we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to examine the status of mothers' knowledge, attitude, and practices related to ...

Exclusively breastfeeding among the authors' sample is suboptimal, compared to the current WHO recommendations, so it is important to provide antenatal and early postpartum education and periodical breastfeeding counseling, to improve maternal attitudes and knowledge toward breastfeeding practices. Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recommended for the first six months of age by the ...

Background: Mothers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward exclusive breastfeeding are crucial to both child and mother's health and wellbeing. Hence, This study aimed to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices of exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers as well as the predictors of their exclusive breastfeeding practice.

The aim of this study was to find out the determinants of knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusive breastfeeding and the prevalence of determinants of initiation and continuing exclusive breastfeeding until six months of age in Lekhanath Municipality. A descriptive, exploratory study of infant feeding practices was undertaken in MCH

In this study, we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to examine the status of mothers' knowledge, attitude, and practices related to exclusive breastfeeding in East Africa, so as to provide clues on what can be done to improve exclusive breastfeeding. ... Tesfa M. Exclusive breastfeeding practice and associated factors ...

One of the standards for continuous improvement in these hospitals is that at least 75% of mothers should practice exclusive breastfeeding during ... Haggi, H.; McFadden, A. Education and training of healthcare staff in the knowledge, attitudes and skills needed to work effectively with breastfeeding women: A systematic review. Int.

Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recommended for the first six months of age by the World Health Organization. Mothers' good knowledge and positive attitude play key roles in the process of exclusive breastfeeding practices. In this study, we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to examine the status of mothers' knowledge ...

For attitude and practice, 82.6% of the participants had a positive attitude toward exclusive breastfeeding, but 34.6% of respondents in Afar showed poor practice toward exclusive breastfeeding. The poor practice was higher among community-based studies (60.6%) compared to institution-based studies (50%) ( Supplementary Table 1 ).

REVIEW Open Access Knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusive breastfeeding among mothers in East Africa: a systematic review Jean Prince Claude Dukuzumuremyi1, Kwabena Acheampong2, Julius Abesig2 and Jiayou Luo1* Abstract Background: Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recommended for the first six months of age by the World Health Organization.

Conclusion. In this study, we evaluated the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) among mothers of childbearing age in Chamo town, Jigawa State. The findings of the study revealed that the majority of the respondents' knowledge, attitude, and practice of EBF were minimal.

Results. Prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding and early initiation of breastfeeding (EIB) was 58.3% and 57.8% respectively. Factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding practices are education, employment status, knowledge and attitude about exclusive breastfeeding, self-efficacy in providing exclusive breastfeeding, EIB practice, and eating pattern.

Background Despite the known benefits of exclusive breastfeeding, global rates remain below recommended targets, with Ireland having one of the lowest rates in the world. This study explores the efficacy of Participatory Action Research (PAR) and Work-Based Learning Groups (WBLGs) to enhance breastfeeding practices within Irish healthcare settings from the perspective of WBLG participants and ...

Mothers good knowledge and positive attitude play key roles in the process of exclusive breastfeeding practices. In this study, we report on a systematic review of the literature that aimed to ...