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Exclusive breastfeeding and postnatal changes in maternal anthropometry.

A A Okechukwu¹, E C Okpe, A A Okolo

¹Department of Paediatrics, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada. nebokest@yahoo.com

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|March 25, 2010

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Exclusive breastfeeding (EBFing) leads to significant maternal weight loss and changes in body measurements. However, maternal nutritional status remains within normal limits despite these changes.

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Area of Science:

Maternal health
Nutritional science
Infant nutrition

Background:

Exclusive breastfeeding (EBFing) is recommended for infant health.
The impact of EBFing on maternal anthropometry requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of exclusive breastfeeding (EBFing) practice on maternal anthropometry during the first 6 months postpartum.

Main Methods:

A matched cohort study compared women practicing EBFing with those using other infant feeding methods.
Maternal weight, height, triceps skin-fold thickness (TST), and mid-arm circumference (MAC) were measured.

Main Results:

EBFing mothers experienced significantly higher weight loss (4.13 kg) compared to non-EBFing mothers (1.06 kg) within 6 months.
Significant reductions in MAC and TST were observed in EBFing mothers.
Despite weight loss, maternal weight/height Z scores (WHZ) and body mass index (BMI) remained within normal limits for both groups.

Conclusions:

Exclusive breastfeeding (EBFing) promotes greater maternal weight loss.
Maternal nutritional status is maintained within normal limits even with significant weight loss associated with EBFing.