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Colin W Binns - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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A community-based prospective cohort study of exclusive Breastfeeding in central Nepal
BMC Public Health, 2014Co-Authors: Rajendra Karkee, Vishnu Khanal, Colin W BinnsAbstract:Background Existing information on Breastfeeding in low income countries such as Nepal has been largely derived from cross-sectional demographic health surveys. This study investigated exclusive Breastfeeding rates, and compared the duration of exclusive Breastfeeding between rural and urban mothers in central Nepal using an alternate cohort methodology. Methods A community-based prospective cohort study was conducted among 639 recently delivered mothers representative of the Kaski district of Nepal. Breastfeeding information was obtained at birth (n = 639), 4 weeks (n = 639), 12 weeks (n = 615; 96.2%) and 22 weeks (n = 515; 80.6%) through repeated interviews using validated questionnaires. Risk of cessation of exclusive Breastfeeding was assessed by Cox regression analysis. Results The great majority of women received Breastfeeding information (74%) and were encouraged to breastfeed by health personnel or family members (81%). Although nearly all mothers (98%) breastfed up to six months, the reported exclusive Breastfeeding rate declined rapidly from 90.9% at birth to 29.7% at 22 weeks. Urban women experienced significantly shorter (p = 0.02) exclusive Breastfeeding duration (mean 104.5, 95% CI 95.8 to 113.1 days) and were more likely to cease exclusive Breastfeeding (hazard ratio (HR) 1.28, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.60) than their rural counterparts (mean 144.7, 95% CI 132.3 to 157.1 days). Breastfeeding Problem (HR 2.07, 95% CI 1.66 to 2.57) and caesarean delivery (HR 1.88, 95% CI 1.36 to 2.62) were also significantly associated with exclusive Breastfeeding cessation. Conclusions Despite the almost universal practice of Breastfeeding, the reported exclusive Breastfeeding rates declined substantially over time. Exclusive Breastfeeding up to six months was more common in rural than urban areas of central Nepal. Urban mothers also exclusively breastfed shorter than rural mothers.
Karin Cadwell - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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case studies in Breastfeeding Problem solving skills strategies
2003Co-Authors: Karin Cadwell, Cynthia TurnermaffeiAbstract:With a consultative framework, this text presents illustrative case studies to increase the practitioner's knowledge about managing complex Breastfeeding cases.
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Case Studies in Breastfeeding: Problem-Solving Skills & Strategies
2003Co-Authors: Karin Cadwell, Cynthia Turner-maffeiAbstract:With a consultative framework, this text presents illustrative case studies to increase the practitioner's knowledge about managing complex Breastfeeding cases.
Rajendra Karkee - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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A community-based prospective cohort study of exclusive Breastfeeding in central Nepal
BMC Public Health, 2014Co-Authors: Rajendra Karkee, Vishnu Khanal, Colin W BinnsAbstract:Background Existing information on Breastfeeding in low income countries such as Nepal has been largely derived from cross-sectional demographic health surveys. This study investigated exclusive Breastfeeding rates, and compared the duration of exclusive Breastfeeding between rural and urban mothers in central Nepal using an alternate cohort methodology. Methods A community-based prospective cohort study was conducted among 639 recently delivered mothers representative of the Kaski district of Nepal. Breastfeeding information was obtained at birth (n = 639), 4 weeks (n = 639), 12 weeks (n = 615; 96.2%) and 22 weeks (n = 515; 80.6%) through repeated interviews using validated questionnaires. Risk of cessation of exclusive Breastfeeding was assessed by Cox regression analysis. Results The great majority of women received Breastfeeding information (74%) and were encouraged to breastfeed by health personnel or family members (81%). Although nearly all mothers (98%) breastfed up to six months, the reported exclusive Breastfeeding rate declined rapidly from 90.9% at birth to 29.7% at 22 weeks. Urban women experienced significantly shorter (p = 0.02) exclusive Breastfeeding duration (mean 104.5, 95% CI 95.8 to 113.1 days) and were more likely to cease exclusive Breastfeeding (hazard ratio (HR) 1.28, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.60) than their rural counterparts (mean 144.7, 95% CI 132.3 to 157.1 days). Breastfeeding Problem (HR 2.07, 95% CI 1.66 to 2.57) and caesarean delivery (HR 1.88, 95% CI 1.36 to 2.62) were also significantly associated with exclusive Breastfeeding cessation. Conclusions Despite the almost universal practice of Breastfeeding, the reported exclusive Breastfeeding rates declined substantially over time. Exclusive Breastfeeding up to six months was more common in rural than urban areas of central Nepal. Urban mothers also exclusively breastfed shorter than rural mothers.
Marilyn L White - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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a correlational study examining the relationships among maternal Breastfeeding self efficacy Problem solving skills satisfaction with Breastfeeding experience and duration
2002Co-Authors: Marilyn L WhiteAbstract:The Breastfeeding initiation rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is well below national standards, and is further compromised by high attrition rates, despite evidence confirming the superiority of breast milk for infant health. It is becoming more apparent from the literature that Breastfeeding confidence and Problem-solving are factors affecting Breastfeeding success. These factors were investigated in this study in relation to the outcome variables of Breastfeeding satisfaction and duration. The study was guided by a conceptual framework based on Self-Efficacy Theory (Bandura, 1977) and the concept of Learned Resourcefulness (Rosenbaum, 1983). -- A descriptive correlational design was used with a sample of 57 Breastfeeding mothers to address the questions of differences in Breastfeeding confidence over time, differences between experienced and first time breastfeeders in relation to Breastfeeding confidence, Problem-solving, satisfaction, and duration, as well as the relationships among these variables. Data were collected using the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (BSES), the Problem-Solving Related to the Baby's Feeding Scale (PS-F), the Maternal Breastfeeding Evaluation Scale (MBFES), a Demographic Profile, and through telephone interviews at three time frames. Data were analysed using SPSS 9.0 for Windows. -- The findings of this study indicated that the duration and exclusivity of Breastfeeding were far below established Breastfeeding standards. The major reason cited for discontinuing Breastfeeding was perceived insufficient milk supply. All mothers scored relatively high on measures of Breastfeeding confidence, Problem-solving and satisfaction. No significant differences were found between confidence scores overtime. First time mothers scored lower than experienced mothers in Breastfeeding confidence, Problem-solving, satisfaction, and duration rates, although only confidence and satisfaction scores were significantly different. Numerous positive relationships existed among the study variables, often with significant differences being noted between experienced and first time breastfeeders. For the total group of mothers, and for experienced breastfeeders, Breastfeeding confidence at 4 weeks postpartum accounted for the greatest amount of variance in the Breastfeeding outcomes of satisfaction and duration. For first time breastfeeders, Breastfeeding Problem- solving at 4 weeks postpartum accounted for the most variance in satisfaction, while Breastfeeding confidence at 4 weeks postpartum accounted for the most variance in duration. The findings lend support to the proposed theoretical framework. -- Findings indicate that Breastfeeding confidence and Problem-solving are important variables for nurses to consider when planning interventions for promoting, protecting and supporting Breastfeeding, as these variables are positively related to Breastfeeding satisfaction and duration. Future research should focus on using the BSES and PS-F in different populations, exploring factors which facilitate or hinder Breastfeeding confidence, examining the Problem-solving process used by Breastfeeding mothers, and further exploring factors which affect Breastfeeding satisfaction.
Cynthia Turner-maffei - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Case Studies in Breastfeeding: Problem-Solving Skills & Strategies
2003Co-Authors: Karin Cadwell, Cynthia Turner-maffeiAbstract:With a consultative framework, this text presents illustrative case studies to increase the practitioner's knowledge about managing complex Breastfeeding cases.
