Effectiveness of peer counseling and membership in breastfeeding support groups in promoting optimal breastfeeding behaviors in the Philippines

Abstract Background The prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) at 6 months remain low in the Philippines. To help meet the 90% early initiation of breastfeeding target and to improve infant and young child feeding practices in the Philippines, the Millenniu...

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Main Authors: Ofelia P. Saniel, Veincent Christian F. Pepito, Arianna Maever L. Amit
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-07-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13006-021-00400-5