Factors influencing early initiation of breastfeeding in Afghanistan: secondary analysis of the Afghanistan MICS 2022–23

International Breastfeeding Journal, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 20(1)

Опубликована: Апрель 11, 2025

Initiating breastfeeding immediately within the first hour following birth has positive effects on mother's and newborn's health wellbeing. Little is known about early initiation of associated factors in Afghanistan. In this study, we addressed research gap. We used data from Afghanistan Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2022-23. Data were analysed 11,992 ever-married women, aged 15-49 years, who delivered a live child last 2 years before survey. The outcome was defined as initiating birth. A logistic regression model to identify with breastfeeding. Out 46.9% initiated likelihood greater women secondary or higher education (AOR 1.44 [95% CI 1.26, 1.63]), belonging second wealth quintile 1.17 1.04, 1.31]), had access media 1.15 1.03, 1.29]), mobile phones 1.25 1.15, 1.37]). lower gave at home 0.60 0.55, 0.66]), private hospitals clinics 0.65 0.56, 0.76]), compared public hospitals, living rural areas 0.88 0.78, 0.95]). Women C-section for their latest 0.26 0.21, 0.32]), very small-sized babies 0.89 0.79, 0.99]) less likely report With nearly half Afghan delaying beyond birth, targeted policies interventions are crucial. Addressing key socioeconomic healthcare disparities through education, equitable maternal care, community-based awareness programs can promote practices improve neonatal outcomes

Язык: Английский

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Infant and young child feeding practice status and its determinants in UAE: results from the MISC cohort

International Breastfeeding Journal, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 20(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2025

To evaluate breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices their determinants among infants young children in the United Arab Emirates using 2021 WHO/UNICEF IYCF guidelines. The Mother Infant Study Cohort (MISC), is a prospective study of mothers recruited third gestational trimester followed with up to 18 months age (n = 167). Data were collected at 3rd trimester, delivery, 2, 6, 12, postpartum via questionnaires, review medical records, anthropometric measurements, 24-hour dietary recalls child's intake months. Descriptive statistics multiple logistic regressions used report on determinants. Ever breastfeeding, Early initiation exclusive under 6 reported by 84.3%, 99.4%, 32.9% participants, respectively. Of children, 96.4% consumed solid foods 6–8 months; 68.7% 44.7% continued be breastfed 12 months, Despite improvement age; several indicators remained suboptimal months: Minimum Dietary Diversity: 40.4%, Meal Frequency: 56.7%, Acceptable Diet: 23.1%, Sugar-Sweetened Beverages, 26.9%, Zero Vegetables Fruits: 28.8%, Unhealthy Food Consumption: 65.4%. After adjustment, multiparous had higher odds whereas pregnancy complications associated lower breastfeeding. Continued was older income. Among factors physical activity Diversity. While Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, education Fruits, income Consumption. This good rates ever-breastfeeding, yet feeding. identified risk for inappropriate could guide nutrition interventions public health programs Emirates.

Язык: Английский

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The Role of Skin-to-Skin Contact and Breastfeeding in the First Hour Post Delivery in Reducing Excessive Weight Loss

Children, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 11(2), С. 232 - 232

Опубликована: Фев. 10, 2024

Background and aims: An excessive weight loss (EWL) of >10% after birth is associated with serious health outcomes. The aim this study was to determine factors that can reduce in full-term, exclusively breastfed infants birth. Methods: This a retrospective, observational, single-center study. We included 642 healthy, neonates born 2019 baby-friendly hospital, their healthy mothers. exclusion criteria were as follows: supplementation formula, multiple pregnancies, or mothers issues. Results: mean percentage neonatal 24 h life 5.13%, 48 6.34%. Neonates delivered via caesarean section lost more than those vaginal delivery (p < 0.01). There noticeable pattern tend lose if they do not get skin-to-skin contact (SSC) breastfeeding within the first hour > 0.05). Conclusions: CS life. Immediate SSC may decrease loss.

Язык: Английский

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Effectiveness of breast pumps in early postpartum breastfeeding for women after cesarean section: A systematic review

Japan Journal of Nursing Science, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 22(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025

Abstract Aim We sought to assess the effectiveness of using a breast pump for nipple stimulation promote breastfeeding in early postpartum period after c‐section women with full‐term infants. Methods Selection criteria were individual and cluster randomized control trials quasi‐randomized that compared combined standard care care. In this systematic review, guided by Cochrane Handbook, we conducted comprehensive searches across databases such as Medline, Embase, CINAHL, Library, PsycINFO (Search: April 22, 2024). used PRISMA flowchart data extraction. Three review authors independently assessed inclusion risk bias, outcome synthesis Review Manager, evidence quality evaluation GRADE. Results included four 318 their The took place countries. Women from had an earlier onset lactation 19.57 h than (mean difference [MD] −19.57 h, 95% confidential interval [CI] −26.18 −12.96; participants = 143; studies two; I 2 20%; GRADE: moderate certainty ). Conclusion Evidence supports use because it is effective accelerating timing lactation. Studies large sample sizes focusing on feasibility implementation clinical practice are necessary determine ways promoting c‐section.

Язык: Английский

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Postnatal counseling promotes early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding: a randomized controlled trial

Frontiers in Nutrition, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 12

Опубликована: Фев. 28, 2025

Background Breastfeeding plays a crucial role in promoting the health and wellbeing of both mothers their infants, contributing to healthier populations reducing long-term healthcare costs. Encouraging breastfeeding through education, support, policies is essential for maximizing these benefits. The purpose this study was evaluate impact immediate postpartum counseling on early initiation rates exclusive Bule Hora Teaching Yabelo General Hospitals. Methods A cluster randomized single-blinded trial conducted 224 women (112 intervention group 112 control group) from January 1, 2023, May 30, 2023. effects its associated variables practices were evaluated using logistic regressions. p -value less than 0.05, 95% confidence interval, an adjusted odds ratio used determine statistical significance. Results proportion significantly greater (54.1% vs. 45.9%, = 0.001), practice also among who received those did not receive it (61.9% 38.1%, 0.015). Those had ANC visit pregnancy three times more likely (AOR 3.01, CI 1.12–8.1) initiate breastfeeding. Having good knowledge regarding made them six breast-feeding earlier 6.18, 1.77–21.57). Women 3.36, CI: 1.83–6.16) about 1.88, 1.01–3.49) with practices. Conclusion This revealed that can positively influence initiations Providing sustained education should be strengthened.

Язык: Английский

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Factors Associated with the Non-Early Initiation of Breastfeeding in a Reference Hospital in Abidjan (C&#244;te d&#8217;Ivoire)

Open Journal of Pediatrics, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 15(02), С. 198 - 207

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Guidelines for postoperative care in cesarean delivery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Society recommendations (part 3)—2025 update

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Апрель 1, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Quantifying the Association Between Pump Use and Breastfeeding Duration

The Journal of Pediatrics, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 274, С. 114192 - 114192

Опубликована: Июль 14, 2024

Язык: Английский

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Why does it matter to the pediatrician whether the baby was born naturally or by Cesarean section? A review

Pediatrics Consilium Medicum, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 1, С. 8 - 14

Опубликована: Июнь 8, 2024

Cesarean section is one of the most common operations in obstetrics and gynecology. However, despite widespread use this procedure, it associated with certain risks for mother child. As a result cesarean (CS), newborns do not acquire some important microorganisms during passage maternal birth canal, which can impact development alter functioning microbial ecosystem The gut microbiota plays an essential role maintaining human health. It promotes digestion, strengthens immune system, produces vitamins. Recent studies show that intestinal children born CS differs from naturally. This article addresses consequences difference on children's health available ways correcting composition via CS. Understanding mechanisms formation function these help develop effective strategies to prevent treat various diseases imbalance.

Язык: Английский

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The impact of implementing and sustaining the international guidelines for skin-to-skin contact in the first hour after birth in Uganda

Scientific Reports, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 14(1)

Опубликована: Дек. 30, 2024

Язык: Английский

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