Objective The main aim of this study was to assess prelacteal feeding practice and its
determinant factors among mothers having children less than 6 months of age in Bure …

Background. Prelacteal feeding is defined as administration of any substances other than
breast milk to newborn babies during the first 3 days after birth. Despite its negative health …

Background The harmful infant feeding practices of prelacteal feeding is widely practiced in
Ethiopia. Hence, it is vital to appreciate the cultural basis and potential factors on infant …

Background In spite of the negative impact of prelacteal feeding on the growth and
development of children, it is widely practiced in Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess …

Background Prelacteal feeding is the main obstacle for exclusive breastfeeding and the
major causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality. The practice is one of a deep-rooted …

Objective Despite prelacteal feeding contravenes with exclusive breastfeeding, it is a
prevailing problem in Ethiopia. However, its burden and factors were not investigated in …

Background Prelacteal feeding has continued as a deep-rooted nutritional malpractice in
developing countries. Prelacteal feeding is a barrier for implementation of optimal …

Background Pre-lacteal feeding is one of the major harmful practices being faced while
feeding the newborns. Although it affects child health, little is known about the extent of the …

Introduction: Proper infant and young child feeding is critical for child health and survival.
Despite of this fact, prelacteal feeding is still common in different parts of the world …

Background The practice of giving prelacteal feeds deprive a newborn of valuable nutrients
and expose the newborn to risks of infection. Despite its negative health outcomes …