scholarly journals Infant feeding practices in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, People's Republic of China

2007 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 198-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fenglian Xu ◽  
Colin Binns ◽  
Jing Wu ◽  
Re Yihan ◽  
Yun Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Feeding Rates ◽  
Autonomous Region ◽  
Exclusive Breast Feeding ◽  
Republic Of China ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Feeding Methods

AbstractAimsTo document infant feeding methods in the first six months of life in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, People's Republic of China, 2003–2004. Some problems with breast-feeding in the area are explained.MethodsA longitudinal study of infant feeding practices was undertaken. A total of 1219 mothers who delivered babies during 2003 and 2004 were interviewed in five hospitals or institutes, and after discharge were contacted in person or by telephone at approximately monthly intervals to obtain details of infant feeding practices. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to explore factors associated with breast-feeding initiation.Results‘Any breast-feeding’ rates at discharge and at 0.5, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, 4.5 and 6 months were 92.2, 91.3, 89.9, 88.8, 87.7, 86.0 and 73.0%, respectively. ‘Exclusive breast-feeding’ rates at discharge and at 0.5, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, 4.5 and 6 months were 66.2, 47.6, 30.1, 25.8, 22.1, 13.0 and 6.2%, respectively. The main problem of breast-feeding in Xinjiang was the early introduction of formula or water. The average duration of ‘exclusive breast-feeding’ was 1.8 months (95% confidence interval (CI) 1.7–2.0), of ‘full breast-feeding’ 2.8 months (95% CI 2.7–2.9) and of ‘any breast-feeding’ 5.3 months (95% CI 5.2–5.4).ConclusionsInfant feeding methods in Xinjiang were documented in this study and the main problems with infant feeding in Xinjiang are discussed. Further studies are needed to identify factors associated with ‘exclusive breast-feeding’ and duration.

scholarly journals Maternal perspectives on infant feeding practices in Soweto, South Africa

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Stephanie V Wrottesley ◽  
Alessandra Prioreschi ◽  
Wiedaad Slemming ◽  
Emmanuel Cohen ◽  
Cindy-Lee Dennis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
African Women ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Eating Behaviours ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Exclusive Breast Feeding ◽  
South African Women

Abstract Objective: To (i) describe the infant feeding practices of South African women living in Soweto and (ii) understand from the mothers’ perspective what influences feeding practices. Design: Semi-structured focus group discussions (FGD) and in-depth interviews (IDI) were conducted, and data were analysed using thematic analysis. Setting: Soweto, South Africa. Participants: Nineteen mothers were stratified into three FGD according to their baby’s age as follows: 0–6-month-olds, 7–14-month-olds and 15–24-month-olds. Four mothers from each FGD then attended an IDI. Results: Although mothers understood that breast-feeding was beneficial, they reported short durations of exclusive breast-feeding. The diversity and quality of weaning foods were low, and ‘junk’ food items were commonly given. Infants were fed using bottles or spoons and feeding commonly occurred separately to family meal times. Feeding practices were influenced by mothers’ beliefs that what babies eat is important for their health and that an unwillingness to eat is a sign of ill health. As such, mothers often force-fed their babies. In addition, mothers believed that feeding solid food to babies before 6 months of age was necessary. Family matriarchs were highly influential to mothers’ feeding practices; however, their advice often contradicted that of health professionals. Conclusions: In South Africa, interventions aimed at establishing healthier appetites and eating behaviours in early life should focus on: (i) fostering maternal self-efficacy around exclusive breast-feeding; (ii) challenging mixed feeding practices and encouraging more responsive feeding approaches and (iii) engaging family members to promote supportive household and community structures around infant feeding.

scholarly journals The infant feeding practices of mothers in the Maldives

2007 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 502-507 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Abdulraheem ◽  
CW Binns
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Feeding Rate ◽  
Average Duration ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Feeding Rates ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Fed

AbstractObjectiveTo document the infant feeding practices of Maldivian mothers.MethodsA cross-sectional survey of 251 Maldivian mothers recruited in 2004 from the ‘well baby’ or ‘well child’ clinics on the island of Male' and including 75 mothers from three other islands, Hura, Himmafushi and Thulusdhoo.ResultsThe full breast-feeding rate at hospital discharge was 93% but declined to 41% at 4 months. Any breast-feeding rates were high among Maldivian mothers: 100% at 1 month and 85% were still breast-feeding at 6 months. The median duration of breast-feeding was 24 months.ConclusionBreast-feeding rates are high and the average duration of breast-feeding is more than 2 years in the Maldives. Health promotion activities should be directed towards maintaining the already high ‘any breast-feeding’ rates and increasing the proportion of infants exclusively breast-fed to 6 months.

A BIOCULTURAL INVESTIGATION OF THE WEANLING’S DILEMMA IN KATHMANDU, NEPAL: DO UNIVERSAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR WEANING PRACTICES MAKE SENSE?

2001 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 321-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
TINA MOFFAT
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Cultural Beliefs ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Urban District ◽  
Feeding Method ◽  
Exclusive Breast Feeding

The primary objective of this report is to use data from a study of infant growth and weaning practices in Kathmandu, Nepal, to investigate universal recommendations about exclusive breast-feeding up to 6 months postpartum. A secondary objective is to demonstrate the complexity of the biocultural nature of infant feeding practices. A sample of 283 children under 5 years of age and their 228 mothers living in a peri-urban district of Kathmandu participated in this study. The children’s height/length and weight were measured three times over 9 months. At each session, a demographic, child health and infant feeding survey was administered; between sessions, in-depth interviews were conducted with mothers regarding infant feeding practices. While a few of the infants under 2 months were receiving non-breast milk foods, at 3 months of age half of the sample had been introduced to non-breast milk foods and by 7 months all infants were eating non-breast milk foods. A comparison of growth indices and velocities between exclusively and partially breast-fed infants from birth to 7 months of age shows no evidence for a difference in nutritional status between the two groups. Although there are cultural rules about breast-feeding that vary by ethnic group, all mothers followed a feeding method that depended on their assessment of whether the child was getting enough breast milk. The conclusion is that exclusive breast-feeding up to 6 months may not be appropriate for all infants. In this sample, breast-feeding duration is not shortened by the early introduction of non-breast milk foods, as the median age of breast-feeding cessation is 36 months. One of the main reasons for severance was the onset of another pregnancy. Investigation of infant feeding practices must be contextualized in the local ecology of the population. While cultural beliefs about breast-feeding are relevant, mothers’ individual assessments of their children’s nutritional needs and demographic events in parents’ lives must also be considered.

scholarly journals Sociodemographic predictors of exclusive breast-feeding among low-income women attending a Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) programme

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (09) ◽  
pp. 1667-1674
Author(s):  
Janine A Rethy ◽  
Sina Gallo ◽  
Amara Channell Doig ◽  
Jennifer Brady ◽  
David Goodfriend
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infants And Children ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Nutrition Program ◽  
Exclusive Breast Feeding ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Program

AbstractObjectiveTo describe infant feeding practices and predictors of exclusive breast-feeding among women attending a local Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) programme.DesignCross-sectional survey. Outcomes included reported infant feeding practices at 3 and 6 months, timing and reasons for introduction of formula. Descriptive statistics, χ 2 tests and logistic regression were used describe the sample and explore relationships between variables.SettingLoudoun County, VA, USA.SubjectsA sample of 190 predominantly Hispanic women attending local WIC clinics.ResultsOverall, 84 % of women reported ever breast-feeding and 61 % of infants received formula in the first few days of life. Mothers who reported on infant feeding practices were less likely to exclusively breast-feed (34 v. 45 %) and more likely to provide mixed feeding (50 v. 20 %) at 3 months compared with 6 months, respectively. Significant (P<0·05) predictors of exclusive breast-feeding at 3 months included setting an exclusive breast-feeding goal and completing some high school (compared with completing high school or more). Only education remained a significant predictor of exclusive breast-feeding at 6 months.ConclusionsA high proportion of women reported giving formula in the first few days of life and many changed from mixed to exclusive breast-feeding or formula by 6 months, suggesting possibly modifiable factors. Further investigation can help drive direct service- as well as policy and systems-based interventions to improve exclusive breast-feeding.

scholarly journals Infant Feeding Practices in Kaski District, Pokhara

2012 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-27
Author(s):  
S Basnet ◽  
E Gauchan ◽  
K Malla ◽  
T Malla ◽  
DP Koirala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Complementary Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Economic Factors ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Prelacteal Feeds ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Socio Economic Factors

Background: Children in developing countries are prone to infectious diseases due to insufficient and inappropriate feeding practices. Socio-demographic and socio-economic factors directly and indirectly play a role in influencing infant feeding practices.  This study was conducted to assess the socio-demographic and economic factors associated with initiation of breastfeeding, complimentary feeding, and the various prelacteal feeds practiced in Kaski, Pokhara. Materials and Methods: In this prospective study, interviews were conducted to 500 mothers at Manipal Teaching Hospital who brought their child for treatment. The interviews were conducted in a questionnaire format relating to their demographic and financial statuses. Results: A total of 500 mothers were questioned, out of which 86.6% gave their child breastmilk as its first food. 47% initiated breastfeeding within half an hour of child’s birth. 86% gave Jaulo as the first complementary food to their children. About 26% of the mothers gave complementary feeding to their children before the recommended time of 6 months. Conclusion: Initiation of breastfeeding after life and complementary feeding practices overall has improved from previous studies. There is still need of making awareness campaigns and such in order to further improve this trend. Key words: Breastfeeding; Complimentary feeding; Malnourishment DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jnps.v32i1.5339     J. Nepal Paediatr. Soc. Vol.32(1) 2012 23-27

scholarly journals Exclusive breastfeeding rate and factors associated with infant feeding practices in Indonesia

2016 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
pp. 24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yovita Ananta ◽  
Ellen Gandaputra ◽  
Elina Waiman ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Nyoman Partiwi ◽  
Nanis Sacharina Marzuki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Head Circumference ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Developmental Status ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Breastfed Infants ◽  
Breastfeeding Rate ◽  
Duration Of Breastfeeding

Background Breast milk is the ideal food for infants. According to the 2007 Indonesian National Household Health Survey, only 23% of mothers exclusively breastfeed for six months.Objectives To determine the rate of exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia, to evaluate factors associated with infant feeding practices, and to compare the nutritional and developmental status between exclusively-breastfed and formula-fed infants.Methods A survey was conducted in hospitals located in 17 provinces in Indonesia. The rate of exclusive breastfeeding was calculated. Many variables were investigated as potential predictors for exclusive breastfeeding using a multivariable logistic regression analysis. Further analysis was performed to compare the nutritional and developmental status between exclusively breastfed and formula-fed infants at the time of survey.Results From 1,804 infant subjects, the overall rate of exclusive breastfeeding was 46.3%, ranging from 10.5% in East Java to 66.9% in Jambi. Predominant breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and formula feeding rates were 14.3%, 8.6%, and 30.7%, respectively. Maternal unemployment was associated with a longer duration of breastfeeding (P=0.000). There were significantly more formula-fed infants who were undernourished compared to exclusively-breastfed infants (14% vs. 8%, P=0.001). There were also significantly more infants in the formula-fed group who had abnormal head circumference compared to those in the exclusively-breastfed group (9% vs. 6%, P=0.031). Child development, as assessed by the Pre-screening Developmental Questionnaire, was similar between the two groups (P=0.996).Conclusion The overall rate of exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia is 46.3%. Maternal unemployment is associated with longer duration of breastfeeding. Exclusive breastfed infants have significant better growth and head circumference compared to formula fed infants, while the development is similar between the two groups.

Factors Associated with Infant Feeding Practices

2014 ◽  
Vol 114 (9) ◽  
pp. A99
Author(s):  
N.E. Brown ◽  
N.E. Coduti ◽  
M.B. Gregoire ◽  
D.C. Sowa ◽  
N.B. Ratz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals Maternal Confidence for Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Practices in a Brazilian Population

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ariane Liamara Brito Sala Braun ◽  
Orlando Aguirre Guedes ◽  
Priscila Vieira Da Silva ◽  
Sandrine Bittencourt Berger ◽  
Denise Leda Pedrini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prenatal Care ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Maternal Confidence ◽  
Postnatal Mothers ◽  
Feeding Methods ◽  
Practice Time

AbstractExclusive breastfeeding has not been effectively enforced in Brazil. Among the factors that can lead to early weaning is low maternal confidence for breastfeeding. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the maternal confidence for breastfeeding, the role of associated factors that could affect the practice, and the infant feeding practices. Four hundred and seventy brazilian women were interviewed about their confidence for breastfeeding by the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form (BSES-SF), comparing it in three different periods: immediately before giving birth, and 3 and 6 months of postnatal. The influence of sociodemographic characteristics and prenatal assistance on the mother’s confidence for breastfeeding was evaluated. Also, the infant feeding practices up to 6 months after birth were investigated. 77% of women felt highly confident about breastfeeding, even before the beginning of practice whereas after 3 and 6 months of delivery, 85% believed to be highly capable. The more practice time, the greater the BSES-SF scores. After 3 months of postnatal, mothers with over 31 years showed the highest values of the BSES-SF, feeling more confident for breastfeeding. The sociodemographic characteristics and prenatal care did not affect the mother's confidence to breastfeed. 52% of mothers were exclusively breastfeeding after 3 months of giving birth. After 6 months, 84.8% of mothers were performing the complementary breastfeeding. The results showed the need for planning and implementing interventions that could help the relationship between maternal confidence and practice of breastfeeding from prenatal care until the first six months after delivery. Keywords: Breastfeeding. Trust. Weaning. Feeding Methods. ResumoAmamentação exclusiva não foi efetivamente aplicada no Brasil. Os fatores que levam ao desmame precoce está a baixa confiança materna para a amamentação. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a confiança materna para a amamentação, fatores associados que podem afetar a prática de alimentação infantil. Quatrocentas e setenta mulheres foram entrevistadas sobre sua confiança no aleitamento materno pela Escala de Auto eficácia em Amamentar (BSES-SF), comparando em três períodos diferentes: imediatamente antes do parto, 3 e 6 meses de pós-natal. A influência das características sociodemográficas e assistência pré-natal na confiança da mãe para a amamentação foi avaliada. Além disso, as práticas de alimentação até 6 meses após o nascimento foram investigadas. 77% das mulheres sentiam-se altamente confiantes em relação à amamentação, mesmo antes do início da prática, após 3 e 6 meses de parto, 85% acreditavam ser altamente capazes. Quanto mais tempo de prática, maior a pontuação da BSES-SF. Após 3 meses do pós-parto, as mães com mais de 31 anos apresentaram os maiores valores da BSES-SF, sentindo-se mais confiantes para a amamentação. As características sociodemográficas e o pré-natal não afetaram a confiança da mãe em amamentar. 52% das mães estavam amamentando exclusivamente após 3 meses do parto. Após 6 meses, 84,8% das mães realizavam a amamentação complementar. Os resultados mostraram a necessidade de planejar e implementar intervenções que possam ajudar a relação entre a confiança materna e a prática do aleitamento materno desde o pré-natal até os primeiros seis meses após o parto. Palavras-chave: Aleitamento Materno. Confiança. Desmame. Métodos de Alimentação

scholarly journals Infant Feeding Practice of Mother attending Pediatric out Patients Department in A Tertiary Care Center

2014 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 138-141 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamanna Begum ◽  
SK Azimul Hoque ◽  
Md Rafiqul Islam ◽  
Soofia Katoon ◽  
Azanta Rani Shah
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Complementary Feeding ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Global Strategy ◽  
Feeding Practice ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background: Appropriate breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices are the fundamental to children’s nutrition, health and survival during the first year of life. WHO and UNICEF have articulated a global strategy for poor infant feeding practices directly and indirectly contributes to under nutrition, morbidity and mortality in infant. Objective: This study was designed to determine the breast feeding (BF) and complementary feeding (CF) practices in study population. Methodology: This descriptive cross sectional study was carried out in Pediatrics out patients department (OPD) of Shahid Surhawardy Medical College and Hospital, from January 2009 to December 2009. Feeding history of total 250 babies age >6 months to <1 year was taken from mothers. Results: Among 250 total babies, prelacteal feed was given in 29.2%(73/250), colostrum was given in 79.2%(198/250) and exclusive breast feeding upto six months was given in 24%(60/250) babies. CF was started in 242 babies and it was too early before six months in 29.6%(74/250) cases. Amount of CF was adequate in 66.9%(162/ 242) and composition of CF was good enough in 58.3%(141/242) babies. Conclusion: In this study CF was introduced before 6 months in one third babies and amount was inadequate in same numbers of children. There is need for promotion and protection of optimal infant feeding practices for improving nutritional status of our children. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjch.v37i3.18616 Bangladesh J Child Health 2013; Vol.37(3): 138-141

scholarly journals Exclusive breastfeeding rate and factors associated with infant feeding practices in Indonesia

2016 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-31
Author(s):  
Yovita Ananta ◽  
Ellen Gandaputra ◽  
Elina Waiman ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Nyoman Partiwi ◽  
Nanis S. Marzuki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Breastfeeding Rate
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