Background Breastfeeding is widely known for its imperative contribution in improving
maternal and newborn health outcomes. However, evidence regarding timing of initiation of …

Background Early initiation of breastfeeding offers nutritional and immunological benefits to
the newborn, which is critical for health and survival. Understanding factors associated with …

Background Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) is a predetermining factor for exclusive
breastfeeding, and thus a foundation for optimal breastfeeding practices. Rates of EIBF are …

Abstract Background The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends that breastfeeding
should be initiated within the first hour of delivery followed by exclusive breastfeeding up to …

Abstract Background The World Health Organization recommends initiation of breastfeeding
within the first hour of delivery. Early initiation is beneficial for both mother and baby …

Background: Breastfeeding as a determinant of infant health and nutrition saves up to 1.5
million infant lives annually. Though breastfeeding is mostly universal in sub-Saharan Africa …

Objective To examine the prevalence of key WHO breastfeeding indicators and identify
determinants of suboptimal breastfeeding practices among children aged less than 24 …

Background Breastfeeding practices such as early initiation of breast milk and exclusive
breastfeeding are key to the reduction of childhood morbidity and mortality. Despite the …

Background Breast milk is comprised of the essential nutrients that an infant needs in the
first six months of life. Timely initiation of breastfeeding guarantees that infants receive the …

Background: Initiation of breastfeeding later than 1 hour after birth is associated with
increased neonatal morbidity and mortality. Objective: To determine the prevalence and …