scholarly journals Time of initiation of breastfeeding in various modes of delivery and to observe the effect of low birth weight and period of gestation on initiation of breastfeeding

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 1509 ◽  
Author(s):  
Navneet Badaya ◽  
Sanjiv Jain ◽  
Nayan Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
P Value ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Group I ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Period Of Gestation ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Background: There are certain factors influencing early initiation of breastfeeding, most of them can be corrected by paying little attention and by making certain strategies for the other factors. Study the difference between the time of initiation of breastfeeding in vaginally delivered and caesarean born deliveries, evaluate the effect of low birth weight and period of gestation on initiation of breastfeeding and to promote and encourage the breastfeeding.Methods: This observational prospective study was conducted on 500 newborns delivered at Department of RMC, Ajmer and outborn section of Department of Pediatrics, JLN MC, Ajmer. The study group was divided two groups, group- I 250 newborn delivered vaginally and group-II 250 newborn delivered by caesarean section.Results: Among birth weight >2500gm, in 146 (41.83%) cases breastfeeding was started in 0-1 hr, in 172 (49.28%) cases in 1-4 hours. Thus 91.11% initiated breastfeeding in first 8 hours (p value <0.00002), showing early initiation of breastfeeding in >2500g newborn. Among term babies, out of 398 (79.6%) babies with period of gestation 37-41 weeks, in 162 (40.70%) cases breastfeeding was initiated in 0-1 hour, in 185 (46.48%) cases in 1-4hr (p value <0.0391). Thus, 347(81.18%) initiated breastfeeding in first 8 hours.Conclusions: Term gestation is positively associated while low birth weight and prematurity of baby has negative impact on early initiation of breastfeeding.

scholarly journals The Determinants of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding Practice among Mothers Attending a Tertiary Hospital, Kathmandu

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 168-173
Author(s):  
Sharada Acharya ◽  
Chitra Khanal ◽  
Akriti Shree Dahal ◽  
Mankeshari Maharjan ◽  
Bhagawati Bhandari
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Model ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Low Birth Weight Babies ◽  
Breastfeeding Practice ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Introduction: Breastfeeding is the best way of providing ideal food for the optimal growth and development of an infant. Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) within one hour of birth is one of the cost effective strategies to reduce neonatal mortality. The aim of the study was to find out the determinants of breastfeeding practice. Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among 207 mothers who have child from birth to 12 months in Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Clinic of tertiary care referral hospital. The mothers for the study were selected using probability sampling technique. Variables were analysed using a multivariate logistic regression model to identify the determinants of EIBF. Results: The prevalence of EIBF in the study population was 47.3%. Caesarean delivery (AOR: 3.449, CI: 1.224-9.719, p = 0.019), mothers who have done more than one postnatal visit (AOR: 2.824, CI: 1.126-7.079, p = 0.027) and low birth weight babies (AOR: 7.973, CI: 1.571-40.465, p = 0.027) were more likely to delay initiation of breastfeeding. Conclusions: Less than half newborn receive breast milk within the first hour of birth. Mothers delivered by caesarean section, who have done more than two postnatal visit and low birth weight babies were more likely to delay initiation of breastfeeding. These are the major determinants of initiation of breastfeeding. Existing breastfeeding promotion program should be strengthened within the existing health care system.

scholarly journals Risk Factors Associated with Initiation of Breastfeeding among Mothers with Low Birth Weight Babies: A Cross-Sectional Multi-Centre Study in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (23) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zainab Taha ◽  
Ahmed Ali Hassan ◽  
Ludmilla Wikkeling-Scott ◽  
Dimitrios Papandreou
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Abu Dhabi ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Delayed Initiation ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

BACKGROUND: Early initiation of breastfeeding is important for good lactation outcomes and has long been recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Recommendations are based on research showing that breastfeeding saves children’s lives, particularly among vulnerable populations such as low birth weight (LBW) neonates. In spite of a consistent rise in LBW deliveries, and in spite of the importance of breastfeeding for the survival of LBW neonates, a dearth of research exists regarding early initiation of breastfeeding for this population. AIM: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of, and factors associated with the initiation of breastfeeding among mothers with children aged less than two years who were low birth weight in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). METHODS: The data for this cross-sectional study were extracted from a larger project on evaluation of breastfeeding practices in Abu Dhabi. The original data were collected from seven healthcare centres located in different urban and suburban areas of Abu Dhabi during 2017. A structured questionnaire was used by trained research assistants who collected relevant data from mothers during the interview. RESULTS: The study included a total of 1,822 mothers of children below the age of two years; 175 (9.6%) of those children were identified as LBW. The mean (standard deviation [SD] ages of the mothers and the children were 30.5 (5.0) years and 6.0 (5.1) months, respectively. The mean birth weight (SD) of the LBW children was 2079.6 (255.0) grams. Forty (29.9%) mothers of LBW children initiated breastfeeding within the first hour. Sixty-four (47.8%) were delivered vaginally, and 70 (52.2%) were delivered via caesarean section (CS). In multivariable logistic regression analysis, the only factor associated with delayed initiation of breastfeeding among the LBW children was CS (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] 2.33; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.07, 5.07). CONCLUSION: The prevalence of LBW was 9.6%, and it was associated with delayed initiation of breastfeeding as compared to the normal birth weight babies. While early initiation of breastfeeding should be promoted for all newborns, LBW infants are recognised as a vulnerable group and thus require additional support. There should be more emphasis on promoting and facilitating breastfeeding for LBW babies, especially those delivered by CS.

scholarly journals The Effect of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding on Neonatal Mortality among Low Birth Weight in Aceh Province, Indonesia: An Unmatched Case Control Study

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Satrinawati Berkat ◽  
Rosnah Sutan
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Neonatal Mortality ◽  
Neonatal Period ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Aceh Province ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Background. Early initiation of breastfeeding is the breastfeed that is received by the baby within the first hour of birth. It is recommended to reduce infant mortality and illness. Objective. To assess the effect of early initiation of breastfeeding on neonatal mortality for low birth weight in Aceh province, Indonesia. Method. In this qualitative study unmatched case controls were used as the design. Data was collected in 8 districts in Aceh province, Indonesia, between January and December 2012. The total sample for this study was 500 LBW who were born between 2010 and 2012, subdivided into 250 LBW who died in neonatal period and 250 LBW who survived during neonatal period. Result. Thermal care and hygienic practice were not significantly associated with neonatal mortality among LBW. Feeding and early initiation of breastfeeding were associated. Discussion. Early initiation of breastfeeding had an effect on neonatal mortality for the low birth weight in Aceh province, Indonesia. The risk of mortality was decreased for those neonates who accepted breast milk within the first hour after birth. Therefore it is concluded that a new strategy to promote and improve the coverage of the initiation of breastfeeding is needed.

scholarly journals Early initiation of breastfeeding at Dustira Hospital

2015 ◽  
Vol 55 (3) ◽  
pp. 126
Author(s):  
Yoke Ayukarningsih ◽  
Arief Dwinanda
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Infant Mortality ◽  
Success Rate ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Infant Mortality Rate ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Vaginal Deliveries ◽  
Preterm Group ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Background The infant mortality rate (IMR) in Indonesia is higher than that in other ASEAN countries. The highest rate of mortality occurs in the first 24 hours of life. Suboptimal breastfeeding initiation is a cause of high IMR. In an effort to decrease infant mortality, implementing early initiation of breastfeeding (EIB) has been encouraged.Objective To assess the success rate and time needed for latching on in EIB implementation.Methods We reviewed medical records of vaginal deliveries at Dustira Hospital, Cimahi, West Java, from June–November 2011.Results From 305 vaginal deliveries, 174 infants received EIB, though only 159 medical records could be assessed. The results showed that 52 % did EIB with a 91.8% success rate (defined as good implementation by WHO) and a 8.2% fail rate. In terms of subjects’ birth weights, the success rate of EIB implementation was 62.5% in the low birth weight (LBW) group, 94.9% in the normal birth weight (NBW) group, and 100% in the large birth weight or macrosomic group. The success rate of EIB implementation was 69.2% in the preterm group and 93.8% in the full term group. The success rate of EIB implementation was 71.4% in the LBW/fullterm group and 55.6% in the LBW/preterm group. The amount of time for infants to latch on was highest within the 30–44 minute group (52.7%).Conclusion The EIB implementation at Dustira Hospital was classified as good and the amount of time to latch on was 30-44 minutes.

scholarly journals PENGARUH INISIASI MENYUSU DINI TERHADAP KONTRAKSI UTERUS PADA IBU NIFAS DI PUSKESMAS SLAWI KABUPATEN TEGAL

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Ike Putri Setyatama ◽  
Ika Esti Anggraeni ◽  
Siti Erniyati Berkah Pamuji
Keyword(s):  
Uterine Contraction ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Case Control ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
P Value ◽  
District Health ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Perdarahan merupakan penyebab utama kematian ibu di Kabupaten Tegal pada Tahun 2017. Berdasarkan hasil survei di Puskesmas Slawi tahun 2018, terdapat 30 ibu bersalin yang mengalami perdarahan postpartum. Inisiasi Menyusu Dini (IMD) adalah perilaku pencarian puting payudara ibu sesaat setelah bayi lahir. Melaksanakan IMD akan menstimulasi produksi hormon oksitosin secara alami. Hormon Oksitosin ini membantu uterus berkontraksi, sehingga dapat mengontrol perdarahan nifas.Tujuan penelitian untuk menganalisis pengaruh IMD terhadap kontraksi uterus pada ibu nifas di Puskesmas Slawi. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah ibu yang bersalin di Puskesmas Slawi periode bulan Januari-Desember tahun 2018 sebanyak 215 responden, dan sampel sebanyak 140 responden. Desain penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei dengan pendekatan case control. Berdasarkan perhitungan Chi Square dengan α = 0,05 diperoleh nilai p sebesar 0,029. Karena nilai p < α berarti secara statistik hasil pengujian signifikan, berarti ada hubungan antara variabel, dan hasil uji statistik pengaruh dengan Regresi Logistik, diperoleh nilai Sig. 0,029, berarti ada pengaruh antara variabel dengan R Square 0,034, berarti bahwa variabel IMD berpengaruh terhadap kontraksi uterus sebesar 3,4%. Kesimpulan dalam penelitian ini ada hubungan dan ada pengaruh IMD terhadap kontraksi uterus ibu nifas di Puskesmas Slawi Kabupaten Tegal. Kata kunci : inisiasi menyusu dini;  kontraksi uterusTHE EFFECT OF EARLY INITIATION OF BREASTFEEDING TOWARDS UTERINE CONTRACTION FOR POSTPARTUM MOTHER AT PUSKESMAS SLAWI TEGAL REGENCY Hemorrhage is the main cause of maternal mortality in Tegal regency 2017. Based on the survey at Slawi District Health Centre, in January – December 2018, there were 30 women in labor with postpartum hemorrhage. Early Initiation of Breastfeeding (IMD) is an act performed by the baby in finding mother’s nipple after born. IMD will stimulate oxytocin hormones helping uterine to get contraction and can control hemorrhage after labor. The study was aimed to analyze the effect of IMD towards uterine contraction for postpartum mother at Slawi District Health Centre. The population was women in labor at Puskesmas Slawi as 215 respondents; the sample was 140 women in labor, and performed or not performed IMD The research design applied case control study..Based on Chi Square with α = 0.05, p value was 0.029. It refused Ho; there was a relationship of those variables. The logistic regression described that Sig. value was 0.029; it showed an effect of those variables with R square of 0.034 stating IMD had an effect of uterine contraction as 3.4%. Therefore, there were a relationship and an effect of IMD towards uterine contraction of postpartum mother at Puskesmas Slawi. Keywords: early initiation of breastfeeding; uterine contraction 

scholarly journals Factors Related to The Implementation of Early Breastfeeding by Midwives at Datu Sanggul Rantau Hospital

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
M Riduan Abriadi ◽  
Husaini Husaini ◽  
Eko Suhartono ◽  
Zairin Noor ◽  
Meitria Syahadatina Noor
Keyword(s):  
Education Level ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
P Value ◽  
Breastfeeding Initiation ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Service Training ◽  
Years Of Service ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Early initiation of breastfeeding is program of Indonesian Government.   Early breastfeeding has not been widely practiced, <30% for South Kalimantan and 21% for Tapin District. The implementation of early initiation of breastfeeding by midwives at Datu Sanggul Rantau Hospital is influenced by age, education level, years of service, midwife training and socialization of implementation of early breastfeeding initiation. This study aims was to analyze the factors associated with implementation of early initiation of breastfeeding by midwives at Datu Sanggul Rantau Hospital. The study was cross sectional, with 32 midwives in PONEK, maternity and nicu at Datu Sanggul Rantau Hospital. The variables were age, education level, years of service, training and socialization. Data were analyzed using Chi square.  The results showed socialization was related with p value of 0.004. Unrelated factors were age p value 0.660, education level p value 0.496, years of service p value of 0.761, and training p value 0.314. Simultaneously, age, education level, years of service, training and socialization are not related to the implementation of early breastfeeding initiation with p value 0, 083. The conclusion is there is a significant relationship between socialization and the implementation of early initiation of breastfeeding at Datu Sanggul Rantau Hospital.

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

scholarly journals Literatur Review : Hubungan Pemberian Inisiasi Menyusu Dini (IMD) Dengan Kelancaran Pengeluaran Asi

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 928-936
Author(s):  
Dewi Solekha ◽  
Emi Nurlaela
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Breast Milk ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Infant Mortality Rate ◽  
P Value ◽  
Live Births ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Milk Flow ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

AbstractThe infant mortality rate in Indonesia is still high at 24 per 100 live births. One of the causes is infection. Infection can by prevented by controling breast milk because breast milk contains colostrum which is able to maintain the baby’s immune system. The introduction of breastfeeding begins with early initiation of breastfeeding. The coverage of newsborn in Indonesia in 2019 who received early intiation of breastfeeding was 75,58%.The purpose of this study was to determine the between early initiation of breastfeeding and the smooth production of breast milk throught the Literature Review.This reserch is a quantitive research through Literature Review. The articles were obtained from three articles from articles from Garuda Portal which is a critical review of the JBI instrument written by The Joanna Briggs Institute. The results of this study indicate a relationship between the provion of early intitiation og breastfeeding with the smooth discharge of breast milk with p value <0,05 (0,000-0,029).There is a corelation between the previsions of early initiation of breastfeeding the smoothness is producing breast milk.Keywords :giving early initiation of breastfeeding ( IMD), breast milk flow AbstrakAngka kematian bayi di Indonesia masih tinggi yaitu 24 per 1000 kelahiran hidup. Salah satu penyebabnya yaitu infeksi. Infeksi dapat dicegah dengan pengendalian ASI karena didalam ASI mengandung kolostrum yang mampu menjaga daya tahan tubuh bayi. Pengenalan Asi dimulai dengan inisiasi menyusu dini (IMD).Cakupan bayi baru lahir di Indonesia pada tahun 2019 yang mendapatkan Inisiasi Menyusu Dini ( IMD) yaitu 75,58. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan pemberian Inisiasi Menyusu Dini dengan kelancaran Pengeluaran ASI melalui Literatur Review. Penelitian ini merupakan Penelitian kuantitatif melalui Literature Review. Artikel didapatkan dari Searh Ergine Google scholar tiga dan Portal Garuda dua telaah kritis instrument JBI The Joanna Briggs Institute .Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan adanya hubungan antara pemberian inisiasi menyusu dini (IMD) dengan kelancaran pengeluaran ASI dengan p value<0,05 (0,000-0,029).Terdapat hubungan antara pemberian inisiasi menyusu dini (IMD) dengan kelancaran pengeluaran ASI.Kata kunci: Pemberian IMD ; Kelancaran Pengeluaran ASI.

scholarly journals Faktor-faktor yang Mempengaruhi Pelaksanaan Inisiasi Menyusu Dini di Instalasi Kamar Bedah Rumah Sakit Panti Rapih Yogyakarta

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-102
Author(s):  
Maria Mahdalena Diyah Pujiastuti ◽  
Agnes Mahayanti ◽  
Sr. Therese Maura Hardjanti, CB
Keyword(s):  
Health Personnel ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Team Work ◽  
Sectio Caesarea ◽  
P Value ◽  
Operating Theater ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

ABSTRACT   Background: The success of breastfeeding is a team work with proper information and big support to create  environment enabled the  mothers to give breastfeeding optimally to their baby (Kemenkes, 2019). Keeping in mind that the OT achievement is far below 100% , the researcher is interested in take up factors influence the application of Early  Initiation of Breastfeedingin Operating Theater Unit of Panti Rapih Hospital Yogyakarta. Objective: Unveil factors wish  interfere the practice of  Early  Initiation of Breastfeeding  in Operating Theater Unit of Panti Rapih Hospital Yogyakarta. Methods: The design of the study is observational analytic  method with  cross sectional approach. The population of the study is every mother who gives birth with sectio caesarea in Operating Theater Unit of  Panti Rapih Hospital Yogyakarta. Sampling technique in the study is accidental sampling. This study had 33 respondents. Study instrument in the study is  questionnairefilled out by respondents on the first day after sectio caesarea was performed in the inpatient room. The research was conducted from September 2020 to February 2021. Results: There is no significant correlation between knowledge and  IMD practice (p value 0.772), there is no significant correlation between attitudes and IMD practice ( p value  0.500), there is no significant correlation between parity and  IMD practice (p value  0.500), there is a significant correlation , strong and unidirectional between health personnel support and IMD practice (p value  0.000) . Conclusion: Significant factors interfere with the success  of Early Initiation of breastfeeding  in the Operating Theater Unit of Panti Rapih Hospital Yogyakarta is health personnel  supportwhile the insignificant factors consists of knowledge, attitude and parity.

scholarly journals Early initiation of breastfeeding practice and associated factors among mothers of children aged less than six months of old in Mizan-Aman town, southwest Ethiopia, 2018

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tesfa Birlew ◽  
Muluken Amare
Keyword(s):  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
P Value ◽  
Multivariable Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Timely Initiation ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Breastfeeding Practice ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Abstract BackgroundEthiopian government implemented baby-friendly hospital initiative and community integrated management of childhood illnesses program. Despite early initiation of breastfeeding taken as a key tool for tackling neonatal mortality, EIBF is still low and most of the neonatal mortalities were existed due to delayed initiation of breastfeeding in Ethiopia in general and the practice is not well documented in South West Ethiopia in particular. Therefore, this study aimed to assess early initiation of breastfeeding practice and associated factors among mothers of children aged less than six months of old in Mizan-Aman town, southwest Ethiopia.MethodsA community-based cross-sectional study was employed from April 15 to May 15, 2018. A total of 487 recently delivered mothers were included. The data was collected through face to face interview by using a pre-tested and structured questionnaire. Binary and multivariable logistic regression analysis were employed and p-value < 0.05 was identified as statistically significant factors, and the quality of the data were assured, checked, coded, cleaned and entered in Epi-Info version 3.5.3 and exported to SPSS version 25 for the analysis. ResultThe prevalence of timely initiation of breast feeding was 296(64.50%) in Mizan- Aman Town. Mothers who had < 24 months birth spacing history 1.85(AOR: 95% CI: 1.22, 2.81), mothers’ income level between 1001-1500 Ethiopian Birr 2.21 (AOR: 95% CI: 1.12, 4.37), Primipara mothers 2.00 (AOR: 95% CI: 1.24, 3.23) and home delivery 2.76(AOR: 95% CI: 1.24, 6.14) were important positive predictors for timely initiation of breast feeding. Furthermore, Government employee and merchant mother by occupation was found to be protective factors.Conclusion and recommendationThe practice of early initiation of breast feeding was suboptimal and still below the national average. Intervention at the community and facility level should paid special attention.

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