Successful breastfeeding following a level II NICU stay in Qatar - a longitudinal study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Exclusive breastfeeding is an essential need for mothers and newborn babies, but cultural practices and employment demands significantly influence feeding practices. The association between neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission and breastfeeding outcomes are variable. Data for Qatar and Middle East, in particular, are limited. Hence, this study aims to estimate the rate of breastfeeding at the time of NICU discharge and the rate of successful breastfeeding after NICU discharge in Qatar during well-baby follow-ups.

Methods

This quantitative longitudinal study was conducted over 18 months from January 2019 and included neonates born in Al Wakra Hospital admitted to the NICU. Demographic data, feeding during NICU stay and at discharge were obtained from lacta

SUBMITTER: Viswanathan B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9640813 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature