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Factors that influence the choice of infant feeding

J C Tan1, H E Jeffery

  • 1Department of Fetal and Perinatal Medicine, King George V Hospital, Camperdown and University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
|October 1, 1995
PubMed

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Understanding factors influencing breastfeeding is crucial for infant health. Further research into medical and social determinants can improve infant nutrition and outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Nutrition Science

Background:

  • Breastfeeding offers significant nutritional and health benefits for infants.
  • Early discontinuation of breastfeeding is a concern with potential negative health implications.
  • Optimal infant nutrition is critical for development and long-term health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multifaceted factors influencing the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding.
  • To highlight the importance of understanding determinants of infant feeding practices.
  • To advocate for research supporting optimal infant nutrition.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on factors affecting breastfeeding.
  • Analysis of nutritional and health outcomes associated with breastfeeding.
  • Discussion of medical and social determinants impacting infant feeding choices.

Main Results:

  • Recognition of the nutritional value of breast milk is growing.
  • Infant health outcomes are positively correlated with breastfeeding.
  • Early cessation of breastfeeding requires further investigation.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is essential to understand and address the medical and social factors influencing breastfeeding practices.
  • Paediatricians play a vital role in supporting breastfeeding research and advocating for infant nutrition.
  • Promoting optimal infant nutrition through breastfeeding is a key public health objective.
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