Factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding duration in Pakistan: a population-based cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breastfeeding has the most profound impact on infant health and wellness, and also have significant implications for the mother. The duration of the breastfeeding determines the infant's protection from malnutrition and other common infectious diseases; consequently, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) six months, followed by gradual weaning and breastfeeding until the baby is two years old. In Pakistan, the practice of breastfeeding is heavily dependent upon certain demographic, economic, social, and biological factors, which ultimately impact the quality of care provided to the infant and their health. The aim of this paper, therefore, is to measure the impact of these factors on the exclusive breastfeeding duration in Pakistan.

SUBMITTER: Arif S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8567599 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature