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Islam and infant feeding.

Ulfat Shaikh1, Omar Ahmed

  • 1UC Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento, California 95817, USA.

Breastfeeding Medicine : the Official Journal of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
|July 31, 2007
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Islamic infant care emphasizes breastfeeding for up to two years, with parental consent for earlier weaning. Fathers must support breastfeeding mothers, even post-divorce, ensuring infant well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Islamic Studies
  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Limited formal education exists for US physicians on Islamic infant care principles.
  • Breastfeeding holds significant religious importance in Islam, with a recommended duration of two years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the religious and cultural significance of breastfeeding within Islamic families.
  • To inform healthcare providers about Islamic perspectives on infant feeding practices and parental obligations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of Islamic texts and scholarly interpretations regarding infant feeding.
  • Analysis of the role and responsibilities of parents in infant nutrition according to Islamic tradition.

Main Results:

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  • Islam recommends breastfeeding for two years, allowing earlier weaning by mutual parental agreement.
  • Fathers are obligated to financially and logistically support the breastfeeding mother and infant, including post-divorce.

    • Conclusions:

    • Understanding and respecting Islamic beliefs on infant feeding is crucial for clinicians.
    • Culturally sensitive care can improve support for healthy early feeding practices in Muslim infants.