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A Common Marmoset Model of Mother-Infant Intervention for Breastfeeding Disorders in the Presence of Paternal Inhibition and Maternal Neglect
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A Common Marmoset Model of Mother-Infant Intervention for Breastfeeding Disorders in the Presence of Paternal Inhibition and Maternal Neglect

Published on: September 22, 2023

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Breastfeeding patterns in one-year-old children was not affected by a breastfeeding support intervention

Eva-Lotta Funkquist1, Paola Oras1

  • 1Department of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden.

Early Human Development
|April 19, 2024
PubMed

Insights

Breastfeeding patterns in 12-month-olds were studied before and after an intervention. The study found no significant difference in breastfeeding frequency, highlighting the need for ongoing maternal support.

Area of Science:

  • Maternal and Child Health
  • Lactation Science
  • Pediatric Nutrition

Background:

  • Breastfeeding patterns in 12-month-old infants are crucial for the mother-infant dyad but are understudied.
  • Limited research exists on typical breastfeeding behaviors at one year of age.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and describe breastfeeding patterns in 12-month-old infants.
  • To evaluate the impact of a breastfeeding support program on these patterns.

Main Methods:

  • A baseline/intervention study design was employed.
  • 28 mothers in the baseline group and 24 in the intervention group recorded breastfeeding sessions over 24 hours.
  • Data collection utilized pen and paper forms.

Main Results:

  • No significant difference in breastfeeding frequency was observed between the baseline and intervention groups (median 6 vs. 7 sessions/24h).
  • The majority of infants (57-62%) exhibited partial breastfeeding (≥6 sessions/24h).
  • A smaller proportion showed token breastfeeding, primarily for comfort.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides insights into breastfeeding behaviors at 12 months, supporting the normalization of frequent breastfeeding.
  • The intervention showed no influence on maternal breastfeeding practices at one year.
  • Prolonged support for parents throughout the breastfeeding journey is essential.
Abstract

Keywords:
Human milkInfant feeding patternsLactation managementMother-infant dyad

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