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Global trends in exclusive breastfeeding
Xiaodong Cai1, Tessa Wardlaw, David W Brown
1United Nations Population Fund, 605 Third Avenue, New York, NY, 10158, USA. cai@unfpa.org.
International Breastfeeding Journal
|October 2, 2012
Summary
Exclusive breastfeeding rates for infants 0-5 months increased modestly globally from 33% in 1995 to 39% in 2010. Improvements were seen across most regions, particularly in West and Central Africa, yet significant room for growth remains.
Area of Science:
- Global child health and nutrition
- Infant feeding practices
- Public health surveillance
Background:
- Exclusive breastfeeding is vital for infant health and survival.
- Monitoring exclusive breastfeeding rates (0-5 months) is key for evaluating child feeding programs.
- Previous global reviews showed only modest improvements in exclusive breastfeeding rates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To update global and regional trends in exclusive breastfeeding from 1995 to 2010.
- To analyze data from recent household surveys to assess changes in infant feeding practices.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the UNICEF global database of infant and young child feeding.
- Analyzed data from 440 household surveys across 140 countries (1995-2010).
- Calculated global and regional averages for exclusive breastfeeding rates in infants 0-5 months.
Main Results:
- Exclusive breastfeeding prevalence in developing countries rose from 33% (1995) to 39% (2010).
- Increases were observed in most developing regions.
- West and Central Africa showed the most significant improvements.
Conclusions:
- Exclusive breastfeeding remains underutilized globally, with modest overall increases.
- Substantial opportunities exist to enhance infant feeding practices worldwide.
- Continued investment in child nutrition programs is essential for maximizing impact.
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