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Breast feeding in Cape Town.

D J Power, W Willoughby, R H De Waal

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |October 27, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Bottle feeding increased significantly among infants in Cape Town, with only 14% fully breast-fed by 3-4.5 months. Young maternal age and employment were linked to stopping breastfeeding, despite health service efforts.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Pediatrics
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Infant feeding practices are crucial for child health.
    • Breastfeeding rates have been declining in many urban areas.
    • Understanding factors influencing infant feeding is essential for public health interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate infant feeding practices in socioeconomically disadvantaged areas of Cape Town.
    • To identify factors associated with the cessation of breastfeeding.
    • To inform recommendations for promoting breastfeeding.

    Main Methods:

    • An interview survey was conducted with mothers of 126 infants (aged 3-4.5 months).
    • Data on infant feeding practices were collected at local authority clinics.
    • Statistical analysis was used to identify significant associations.

    Main Results:

    • While 19% of infants were bottle-fed at 1 month, this rose to 60% by 3-4.5 months.
    • Only 14% of infants were fully breast-fed at 3-4.5 months.
    • Young maternal age and maternal employment were significantly associated with reduced breastfeeding.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a concerning decline in breastfeeding prevalence in the studied population.
    • Maternal employment and young maternal age are key barriers to sustained breastfeeding.
    • Targeted interventions are needed to support and promote breastfeeding in vulnerable communities.

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