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Breast-feeding patterns in low-income countries

B M Popkin, R E Bilsborrow, J S Akin

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |December 10, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Most children in low-income countries are breast-fed for several months. However, evidence suggests declining breast-feeding duration, with earlier weaning prevalent in Latin America.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Demography
    • Pediatrics

    Background:

    • Breast-feeding significantly impacts infant nutrition, health outcomes (morbidity and mortality), and maternal reproductive health (postpartum amenorrhea and birth intervals).
    • Understanding global breast-feeding patterns is crucial for public health initiatives and population dynamics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze current breast-feeding patterns in low-income countries.
    • To identify trends in the duration of breast-feeding.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of data from nationally representative World Fertility Surveys.
    • Review of secondary sources on breast-feeding practices.

    Main Results:

    • In most low-income nations, the majority of infants are breast-fed for at least a few months.
    • Breast-feeding remains nearly universal in Asia and Africa during the initial six months of life.
    • A trend towards reduced breast-feeding duration is observed, with earlier weaning being common in Latin America.

    Conclusions:

    • While breast-feeding is widespread, there are regional variations in duration and trends.
    • Public health strategies may need to address declining breast-feeding trends, particularly in Latin America.

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