Overcoming barriers to breastfeeding continuation and exclusivity

To review recent research that delineates predictors of breastfeeding duration and exclusivity. Many mothers find it difficult to meet personal goals and follow expert recommendations for continued and exclusive breastfeeding despite increased rates of initiation. Recent studies have revealed varied...

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Published inCurrent opinion in pediatrics Vol. 22; no. 5; p. 655
Main Authors Whalen, Bonny, Cramton, Rachel
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.10.2010
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Breast Feeding - psychology
Humans
Mothers - psychology
Social Environment
Social Support
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Summary:To review recent research that delineates predictors of breastfeeding duration and exclusivity. Many mothers find it difficult to meet personal goals and follow expert recommendations for continued and exclusive breastfeeding despite increased rates of initiation. Recent studies have revealed varied sociodemographic, biomedical, and psychosocial determinants of breastfeeding duration and exclusivity. In order to help mothers meet personal goals and expert recommendations for breastfeeding, pediatricians should educate themselves regarding predictors of and barriers to successful breastfeeding. Once these predictors and barriers have been identified, targeted anticipatory guidance can be provided to help mothers achieve breastfeeding success.
ISSN:1531-698X
DOI:10.1097/MOP.0b013e32833c8996