Introduction Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF), the immediate provision of mothers'
breast milk to infants within the first hour of life, has been recommended by the WHO …

Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) within 1 hour of birth can decrease neonatal death.
However, the prevalence of EIBF is approximately 50% in many developing countries, and …

Background Prelacteal feeding can be defined as giving any solid or liquid foods other than
breast milk during the first three days after birth. It affects timely initiation of breastfeeding …

Background Neonatal mortality defined as a death during the first 28 days of life and is the
most critical phase of child survival. In spite of the strong evidence supporting immediate …

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 Optimal breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices are critical to
prevent child undernutrition. Despite the occurrence of child undernutrition and widespread …

Background Timely breastfeeding initiation is a simple but important measure that has
protective effects on infants and mothers. This study aims to determine the predictors of early …

Background Early initiation of breast feeding has great importance for both mothers and
newborns. Despite, recommendations for exclusive and early initiation of breast feeding …

Introduction Commencing breastfeeding within one hour of birth is defined as early initiation
of breastfeeding (EIBF). Both the mother and child benefit from EIBF. This study aims to …

Background Early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF) is associated with better health of the
mothers and reduced risk of neonatal mortality. The objective of this study was to determine …