Common breastfeeding problems experienced by lactating mothers during the first six months in Kinshasa.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Breastfeeding has numerous advantages for infant, mother and society. However, many mothers discontinue breastfeeding due to problems they encounter. This study aimed to identify problems commonly experienced by breastfeeding mothers during the first six months in Kinshasa.

Methods

A prospective cohort study was carried out in Kinshasa from October 2012 to July 2013. A total of 422 mother-infant couples were recruited shortly after being discharged from twelve maternity facilities in Kinshasa and followed-up for six months. Interviews were conducted at the mother's house during the first week after birth, and thereafter at monthly intervals for six months. Data included mother's sociodemographic characteristics, the breastfeeding problems she experienced and inf

SUBMITTER: Babakazo P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9555666 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature