scholarly journals Perception and practice of early initiation of breastfeeding and associated factors among postnatal mothers in East Sikkim

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 3494
Author(s):  
Nisha Rakhi Tirkey ◽  
Barkha Devi ◽  
Sonam Zangmu Sherpa
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Normal Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Feeding Practice ◽  
Prelacteal Feeding ◽  
Breastfeeding Promotion ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Postnatal Mothers ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Background: Breastfeeding is the most desirable method for achieving a normal growth and development of the child. Breastfeeding practice is multifactorial, and number of variables influence mothers’ decisions and ability to breastfeed. This study aimed to assess the perception and practice regarding early initiation of breastfeeding and factors associated with breastfeeding among hospitalized postnatal mothers in East Sikkim.Methods: The descriptive study was carried out among 80 postnatal mothers who delivered term healthy babies either through normal vaginal delivery (n=34) or lower segment caesarean section (n=38), selected through purposive sampling technique and were interviewed within six hours of postpartum. Data were collected over a period of one month through an interview schedule to get information on feeding practice, perception and the factors responsible for delayed breastfeeding. Data analysis was done using Statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 16. Chi square test was used to examine the factors associated with perception and practice of early initiation of breastfeeding (within one hour of birth).Results: The result shows that early initiation of breast feeding within one hour of birth was done by 36% of mothers after the delivery and few adopted prelacteal feeding (19%) where as 86% had positive perception towards it. The factors that mostly influenced early initiation of breastfeeding were planned pregnancy (100%) and support from family members during pregnancy and delivery (100%). There was a statistically significant association between mother’s educational status and information regarding early initiation of breastfeeding and influencing factors like breastfeeding education during antenatal period and guidance from the health professional (p<0.05).Conclusions: Early initiation of breastfeeding within one hour was found extremely low which is an alarming. The findings also suggest the need of breastfeeding promotion programs among the mothers who are less educated. Such breastfeeding promotion programmes could be implemented through network of community-based workers. 

scholarly journals Barrier of early initiation of breastfeeding among postnatal mothers

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 93-101
Author(s):  
Nona Shakya ◽  
Mana Maya Shakya
Keyword(s):  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Prelacteal Feeding ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Postnatal Mothers ◽  
Prelacteal Feeds ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Introduction: Early initiation of breastfeeding within one hour of birth decreases infant morbidity and mortality, and it helps promote exclusive breastfeeding. Despite the benefits of early initiation of breastfeeding, the practice is far from adequate. We aim to identify the barriers to the early initiation of breastfeeding among postnatal mothers. Method: A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out among the postnatal ward of Manipal Teaching Hospital from 1 June to 30 August 2017. Consecutive sampling was used. Ethical permission was obtained. Data was collected through face-to-face interviews using a semi-structured questionnaire, including demographics of mother and infant, and time of initiation of feeding. SPSS was used for descriptive analysis of demographics, and the association of factors for the initiation of early breastfeeding was analyzed to draw the inference. Result: Out of 244 postnatal mothers, the early initiation of breastfeeding was done by 19.7%, and 82.4% provided prelacteal feeds of infant formula. Delayed breastfeeding was associated with caesarean section (OR: 21.99; 95% CI 5.55-87.03), prelacteal feeding (OR: 7.49; 95% CI 2.72-20.66), and lack of antenatal checkup visit (OR: 7.38; 95% CI 2.3-23.73). Conclusion: Early initiation of breastfeeding was low (19.7%) in postnatal mothers, with barriers to breastfeeding identified as caesarean delivery, prelacteal feeding, lack of antenatal checkup visits. 

scholarly journals Prevalence of and factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding among women with children aged < 24 months in Kilimanjaro region, northern Tanzania: a community-based cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Farida Ali ◽  
Melina Mgongo ◽  
Redempta Mamseri ◽  
Johnston M. George ◽  
Innocent B. Mboya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Prelacteal Feeding ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Timely Initiation ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Northern Tanzania ◽  
Kilimanjaro Region ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Abstract Background Early initiation of breastfeeding offers nutritional and immunological benefits to the newborn, which is critical for health and survival. Understanding factors associated with timely initiation of breastfeeding is crucial for healthcare providers and policy-makers. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding among mothers with children < 24 months of age in the Kilimanjaro region, Northern Tanzania. Methods This study utilized secondary data from a cross-sectional survey conducted in April 2016 and April 2017 in the Kilimanjaro region. A multistage sampling technique was used to select study participants and interviewed using a questionnaire. A total of 1644 women with children aged < 24 months were analyzed. Modified Poisson regression models were used to determine factors independently associated with early initiation of breastfeeding, within first hour of life. Results The prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding in the Kilimanjaro region was 70%, ranging from 64% in Same to 80% in Siha districts. The prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding was lower among women who initiated prelacteal feeding compared to their counterparts (prevalence ratio [PR] 0.42; 95% Confidence Interval [CI] 0.34, 0.53). Likewise, women living in Same and Hai district had lower prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding compared to women in Rombo (PR 0.8; 95% CI 0.76, 0.93) and (PR 0.89, 95% CI 0.80, 0.98) respectively. Higher prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding was found in women with primary education compared to those with secondary education (PR 1.09; 95% CI 1.003, 1.18), and among women with two children compared to one child (PR 1.14, 95% CI 1.03, 1.26). Conclusions Early initiation of breastfeeding practice was suboptimal in this study. To improve early initiation of breastfeeding, healthcare providers at reproductive and child health clinics and labour wards should discourage women from prelacteal feeding, give more support to women with one child and those with secondary level of education and above. Furthermore, a qualitative study is crucial to understand the reasons for low prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding in Same and Hai districts.

scholarly journals Prevalence and determinants of early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) and prelacteal feeding in Northern Ghana: A cross-sectional survey

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. e0260347
Author(s):  
Stephen Dajaan Dubik ◽  
Kingsley E. Amegah
Keyword(s):  
Low Birthweight ◽  
Extended Family ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Northern Ghana ◽  
Feeding Practice ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Prelacteal Feeding ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Background There is suboptimal early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) with widespread prelacteal feeding in Ghana. However, studies exploring the determinants of EIBF and prelacteal feeding are limited in Ghana. The study was conducted to assess the prevalence and determinants of EIBF and prelacteal feeding in Northern Ghana. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted among 508 mothers with infants aged 0–24 months in the Sagnarigu Municipality of Northern Ghana. The quantitative data were collected using a structured questionnaire adapted from Ghana’s demographic and health survey. Multivariate logistic regression was used to identify the independent determinants of EIBF and prelacteal feeding. Results The prevalence of EIBF and prelacteal feeding was 72% and 21%, respectively. The independent positive determinants of EIBF were partner support to breastfeed [adjusted Odds ratio (AOR): 1.86, 95% Confidence interval (CI): 1.09–3.17] and exposure to breastfeeding information during pregnancy (AOR = 1.63 (95% CI: 1.01–2.64). Lower odds of EIBF were observed among mothers from extended family (AOR = 0.62, 95% CI: 0.41–0.95). Regarding prelacteal feeding, negative determinants were having a normal weight baby (AOR: 0.50, 95% CI: 0.27–0.90), exposure to breastfeeding information during pregnancy (AOR: 0.54, 95% CI: 0.31–0.92), while experiencing delayed onset of lactation was a risk factor for prelacteal feeding practice (AOR: 2.35, 95% CI: 1.41–3.94). Conclusion In this study, EIBF was slightly higher than the 2030 global target on EIBF with widespread prelacteal feeding practice. Health programs aimed at improving EIBF should focus on the women partners, nutrition counselling, and support to mothers from the extended family. In the same vein, programs aimed at discouraging prelacteal feeding practice should also target women at risk, such as those with low birthweight babies and women experiencing delayed lactation onset.

scholarly journals Prevalence and factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding among women in Moshi municipal, northern Tanzania

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hadija Y. Lyellu ◽  
Tamara H. Hussein ◽  
Margareta Wandel ◽  
Babill Stray-Pedersen ◽  
Melina Mgongo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Initiation ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Northern Tanzania ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

scholarly journals Maternal and child factors associated with early initiation of breastfeeding in Chad: evidence from nationally representative cross-sectional data

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bright Opoku Ahinkorah ◽  
Abdul-Aziz Seidu ◽  
Eugene Budu ◽  
Aliu Mohammed ◽  
Collins Adu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Workers ◽  
Working Women ◽  
Wealth Quintile ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Child Factors ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Abstract Background Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIB) is an inexpensive practice but has a substantial potential to reduce neonatal morbidity. Therefore, this study investigated the maternal and child-related factors associated with EIB and makes recommendations that could help improve the practice in Chad. Methods We used data from the children's recode file of the 2014–2015 Chad Demographic and Health Survey. A total of 3991 women ages 15–49 y who had last-born children in the 2 y preceding the survey were included in our study. The outcome variable for the study was EIB. Both descriptive (frequencies and percentages) and inferential (binary logistic regression) analyses were carried out. All results of the binary logistic analyses are presented as adjusted odds ratios (aORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Results We found the prevalence of EIB in Chad to be 23.8%. In terms of maternal factors, the likelihood of EIB was high among non-working women (aOR 1.37 [95% CI 1.18 to 1.59]), the richest wealth quintile women (aOR 1.37 [95% CI 1.04 to 1.79]) and non-media-exposed women (aOR 1.58 [95% CI 1.24 to 2.02]) compared with working women, the poorest wealth quintile women and media-exposed women, respectively. EIB was lower among children whose mothers had one to three antenatal care visits (ANC; aOR 0.73 [95% CI 0.61 to 0.87]) and four or more ANC visits (aOR 0.80 [95% CI 0.66 to 0.97]) compared with those who had no ANC visits. With the child factors, EIB was higher among mothers of children who were smaller than average size at birth compared with those of larger than average birth size (aOR 1.47 [95% CI 1.24 to 1.74]). Mothers of children of fifth-order or more births compared with those of first-order births (aOR 1.51 [95% CI 1.07 to 2.12]) and those who were delivered through vaginal birth compared with those delivered through caesarean section (aOR 4.71 [95% CI 1.36 to 16.24]) were more likely to practice EIB. Conclusions Maternal and child-related factors play roles in EIB in Chad. Hence, it is important to consider these factors in maternal and neonatal health interventions. Such initiatives, including training of outreach health workers, health education, counselling sessions and awareness-raising activities on breastfeeding geared towards EIB should be undertaken. These should take into consideration the employment status, wealth quintile, exposure to mass media, size of the baby at birth, ANC visits, parity and delivery method.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Determinants of Pre-lacteal Feeding: Insights from the 2017 Indonesia Demographic and Health Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Siti Nurokhmah ◽  
Siti Masitoh ◽  
Kusuma Estu Werdani
Keyword(s):  
Health Survey ◽  
Wealth Index ◽  
Household Wealth ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Demographic And Health Survey ◽  
Birth Size ◽  
Feeding Practice ◽  
Gender Role Attitude ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Pre-lacteal feeding is a challenge to optimal breastfeeding practices in developing countries, and it directly or indirectly affects the health of infants. Furthermore, it is widely known as a distraction to exclusive breastfeeding, and the malpractice continues to be prevalent in Indonesia. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the potential determinants of pre-lacteal feeding among mothers of infants below aged 24 months. A sample of 6,455 mother-infant pairs from the 2017 Indonesia Demographic and Health Survey (IDHS) was used. Also, multivariate logistic regression was employed to identify factors associated with pre-lacteal feeding practice. In Indonesia, 44.0% of infants were introduced to solid/liquid feeds in their first three days of life. Infant formula was the most common pre-lacteal feed given, followed by any other milk, plain and sugar water, and honey. Early initiation of breastfeeding and living in an urban area were protective method against pre-lacteal feeding (AOR: 0.24; 95% CI: 0.21-0.28; AOR: 0.76; 95% CI: 0.65-0.90, respectively), while cesarean delivery acted as a risk factor (AOR: 1.36; 95% CI: 1.14-1.63). Meanwhile, gender role attitude, parity, perceived birth size, and household wealth index was also associated with pre-lacteal feeding. Overall, the percentage of mothers introducing pre-lacteal feeds was still high. The modifiable covariates associated with pre-lacteal feedings, such as early initiation of breastfeeding, parity, and birth size were the major factors discouraging this practice.

scholarly journals Three-fourth of children is received early initiation of Breastfeeding in West Belessa District

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Desalew Degu Ayalew ◽  
Belayneh Ayanaw Kassie ◽  
Melkamu Tamir Hunegnaw ◽  
Kassahun Alemu ◽  
Aysheshim Kassahun Belew
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Postnatal Care ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
North West ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Antenatal And Postnatal Care

Abstract Background : The world is now suffering from malnutrition and remains one of the major causes of under-five mortality. Children from developing countries, including Ethiopia also suffer from undernutrition due to suboptimal breastfeeding practice. Hence, the study aims were to assess early initiation of breastfeeding among children aged less than two years, months in West Belessa district, North West Ethiopia, 2019. Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted from January to February 2019 in the West Belessa district. A total of 569 Children was selected by a simple random sampling technique. The data were collected by an interviewer-administered structured questionnaire. Data were entered and analyzed by using Epi-Info version 7 and SPPS version 20, respectively. Bi-variable logistic regression analysis was used to check predictor variables associated with the dependent variable. Variables having a p-value of less than 0.20 in the bi-variable analysis were fitted into the multivariable model. Multivariable binary logistic regression with a 95% confidence interval and Odds Ratio (OR) were computed. Variables having p-value < 0.05 were taken as significantly associated with the dependent variables. Result : The prevalence of EIBF was 77.7 % (95%CI, 74.3-81.0). Age of the mother (AOR= 2.76, 95%CI (1.21, 6.27)), postnatal Visit (AOR= 1.85, 95%CI (1.03, 3.85)), and Antenatal care (AOR= 2.58, 95%CI (1.18, 9.94)) was significantly associated with EIBF. Conclusion and Recommendation: We observed, the prevalence of early initiation of Breastfeeding was low in West Belessa District. Age of the mother, Antenatal and postnatal care were associated with EIBF. Hence, improving antenatal and postnatal care services through increase accessibility and providing counseling during this contact time. Keywords: early initiation of breastfeeding, Children, West Belessa

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