Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of breastfeeding among women visiting primary healthcare clinics on the island of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of breastfeeding among women visiting primary healthcare clinics on the island of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abstract Background The World Health Organization recommends continued breastfeeding up to 2 years of age or beyond. This study assessed breastfeeding knowledge, attitudes, and practices among women residing on the island of Abu Dhabi and identified associated factors. Methods We conducted a cross-s...

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Main Authors: Mai Isam Al Ketbi, Sultan Al Noman, Abdelqadir Al Ali, Ebtihal Darwish, Maha Al Fahim, Jaishen Rajah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
Subjects:
Abu Dhabi Island
U.A.E.
Breastfeeding knowledge
Breastfeeding attitude
Breastfeeding practice
Breastfeeding duration
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13006-018-0165-x

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