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[Barriers in breast feeding: contraindications]

K Mikiel-Kostyra1

  • 1Zakład Epidemiologii i Programowania Ochrony Zdrowia Kobiet, Dzieci i Młodziezy Instytutu Matki i Dziecka w Warszawie.

Pediatria Polska
|September 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Breast-feeding is crucial for maternal and child health. Many common reasons for discontinuing breastfeeding are not true contraindications, as this review discusses frequent maternal and infant contraindications.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Maternal Health

Context:

  • Breastfeeding is a cornerstone of infant nutrition and maternal well-being.
  • Numerous factors influence breastfeeding cessation.
  • Identifying true contraindications is essential for sustained breastfeeding.

Purpose:

  • To review and discuss common maternal and infant contraindications to breastfeeding.
  • To differentiate between actual contraindications and perceived barriers.
  • To provide evidence-based information for healthcare providers and mothers.

Summary:

  • Many cited reasons for stopping breastfeeding are not medically valid contraindications.
  • Frequent maternal contraindications include certain infections and medication use.
  • Common infant contraindications involve specific metabolic disorders and surgical conditions.

Impact:

  • Supports continued breastfeeding by clarifying true contraindications.
  • Empowers healthcare providers to offer accurate guidance.
  • Promotes optimal infant and maternal health outcomes through sustained breastfeeding.

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