Interventions in exclusive breastfeeding: a systematic review.

Publisher: MA Healthcare Country of Publication: England NLM ID: 9212059 Publication Model: Print Cited Medium: Print ISSN: 0966-0461 (Print) Linking ISSN: 09660461 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Br J Nurs

Publication: London : MA Healthcare
Original Publication: London : Mark Allen Pub., c1992-

Health Promotion* ; Peer Group* ; Social Support*; Breast Feeding/*psychology; Female ; Humans ; Infant ; World Health Organization

Now recognised as a worldwide public health issue, the significance of promoting and encouraging exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) has been acknowledged by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). Documented policies about the importance of facilitating the support of breastfeeding women is currently receiving worldwide recognition (WHO, 2011; WHO and UNICEF, 2003). This literature review will examine provision of support mechanisms for breastfeeding mothers, focusing on peer support in encouraging the starting and maintaining of EBF. Consideration will also be given to any barriers that may prevent higher success rates, as cultural and educational factors may have a significant impact on the starting and maintaining of EBF. These factors must be considered when starting support groups, networks or activities that aim to address this significant public health issue.

Date Created: 20140128 Date Completed: 20140408 Latest Revision: 20220316

20240628

10.12968/bjon.2014.23.2.86

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