Prelacteal feeding practices in Pakistan: a mixed-methods study

Prelacteal feeding practices in Pakistan: a mixed-methods study

Abstract Background Prelacteal feeding, the feeding a newborn substances or liquids before breastfeeding, is a common cultural practice in Pakistan, but is associated with neonatal morbidity and mortality because it delays early initiation of breastfeeding. In this study, we sought to examine the so...

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Main Authors: Muhammad Asim, Zarak Husain Ahmed, Mark D. Hayward, Elizabeth M. Widen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
Subjects:
Prelacteal
Delayed breastfeeding
Insufficient breast milk
Home and hospital deliveries
Pakistan
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13006-020-00295-8

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