Breastfeeding trajectory of mothers of preterm infants within 6 months postpartum: A longitudinal study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breast milk is the nutrient of choice for preterm infants. The World Health Organization has set a target of ensuring by 2030 that 70 % of infants younger than age 6 months are exclusively breastfed. The breastfeeding status of mothers of preterm infants is far below that target. Preterm infants are a special group, and there are many difficulties in and obstacles to adhering to breastfeeding. It is urgent to understand the current situation of breastfeeding among mothers of preterm infants, the change in their breastfeeding behaviors over time, and factors influencing breastfeeding in this population during different postpartum stages.

Objective

We aimed to explore potential breastfeeding behavior trajectories and analyze modifiable influencing factors to provide

SUBMITTER: Wu N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11880712 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature