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Breastfeeding patterns in Puerto Rico.

J E Becerra1, J C Smith

  • 1Pregnancy Epidemiology Branch, Centers For Disease Control, Atlanta, GA 30333.

American Journal of Public Health
|June 1, 1990
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Breastfeeding rates in Puerto Rico declined significantly after the 1950s industrialization, reaching a low in the 1970s. Prior breastfeeding experience strongly influences current infant feeding choices.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Demography
  • Reproductive Health

Background:

  • Puerto Rico initiated an industrialization program in the 1950s.
  • Trends in infant feeding practices, specifically breastfeeding, are crucial for public health assessments.
  • Understanding breastfeeding determinants is vital for maternal and child health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the historical trends in breastfeeding incidence in Puerto Rico from 1946 to 1982.
  • To identify key determinants influencing breastfeeding practices among reproductive-aged women in Puerto Rico.
  • To compare Puerto Rico's breastfeeding rates with regional and national data.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from the 1982 Puerto Rico Fertility and Family Planning Assessment.

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  • Analyzed a sample of 5,884 births from 1946 through 1982.
  • Employed statistical analysis to determine the impact of prior breastfeeding experience on current practices.

    • Main Results:

    • Breastfeeding prevalence dropped from 59% before 1960 to 25% between 1970-1974, rising to 38% by 1980-1982.
    • Mothers with prior breastfeeding experience were 7.3 times more likely to breastfeed their newborns.
    • The 1980s breastfeeding rate (38%) lagged behind Latin America (74-97%) and the United States (54%).

    Conclusions:

    • Breastfeeding rates in Puerto Rico have shown a complex trend, influenced by socioeconomic changes.
    • Past breastfeeding experience is a significant predictor of current infant feeding decisions.
    • Puerto Rico's breastfeeding rates remain lower than comparable regions, indicating a need for targeted interventions.