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[Infants feeding practice in first six month in Tuzla canton]

Izeta Softić1, Nedima Atić, Husref Tahirović

  • 1Klinika za djecije bolesti, Univerzitetski klinicki centar Tuzla, Bosna i Hercegovina.

Medicinski Arhiv
|January 24, 2006
PubMed

Insights

Infant feeding practices in Tuzla canton were inadequate, with exclusive breastfeeding declining sharply after three months. Insufficient maternal support and numerous barriers hindered adherence to WHO recommendations for exclusive breastfeeding in the first six months.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Maternal and Child Health

Context:

  • Infant feeding practices are crucial for child development and public health.
  • WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life.
  • Understanding local feeding practices is essential for targeted interventions.

Purpose:

  • To investigate infant feeding practices in the first six months in Tuzla canton.
  • To assess adherence to WHO exclusive breastfeeding recommendations.
  • To identify factors influencing infant feeding in the region.

Summary:

  • Exclusive breastfeeding rates were high initially (74.4% at 1 month) but declined significantly by six months (12%).
  • Predominant breastfeeding and early introduction of complementary/bottle feeding increased after three months.
  • Infant feeding practices in Tuzla canton were found to be inadequate based on WHO guidelines.

Impact:

  • Findings highlight a critical gap in sustained exclusive breastfeeding post-discharge.
  • Identifies the need for enhanced maternal support systems and barrier reduction strategies.
  • Provides data to inform public health initiatives aimed at improving infant nutrition in Tuzla canton.
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