Trends and determinants in breastfeeding among Korean infants (2007–2021): a nationwide study using the National Health Screening Program for Infants and Children

Background Breastfeeding has nutritional, immunological, and psychological benefits for infants. However, breastfeeding rates have recently declined in South Korea. Purpose This study aimed to investigate the breastfeeding trends and determinants in a nationwide birth cohort. Methods This retrospect...

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Published in:	Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
Main Authors:	Minwoong Kang, Eui Kyung Choi, Jeung Min Lee, Hye-Jung Shin, Woo Ryoung Lee, Son Moon Shin, Korean Society of Breastfeeding Medicine
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	The Korean Pediatric Society 2025-10-01
Subjects:	breastfeeding exclusive breastfeeding infant korea
Online Access:	http://e-cep.org/upload/pdf/cep-2025-00857.pdf