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*Corresponding author:Kanika Chopra, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, India
Submission: June 06, 2019;Published: July 03, 2019
Volume3 Issue3 July ,2019
Introduction: WHO recommends that all infants should be exclusively breastfed for six months after birth. However, practices in India are largely influenced by traditional family practices, knowledge and attitude towards breastfeeding among the population and this study was planned to assess factors associated with breastfeeding among women in Delhi.
Material and Methods: A total of two hundred eight antenatal women attending the outpatient department of a tertiary care centre in Delhi were randomly selected and interviewed. Information regarding participants demographic profile, their knowledge and attitude towards breastfeeding and infant feeding in the first 6 months was collected.
Results: In the study, 81% of women were aware of the beneficial effects of breastfeeding for both the mother and the child. Also, 80% were in favour of continuing it for 6 months and 75% marked their affirmation to start weaning thereafter. However, incorrect practices of giving pre-lacteal feed and bottle feeding were practiced by nearly one-third of the mothers. Fifty percent of women felt that their knowledge and awareness about breastfeeding is inadequate and that more information is needed.
Conclusion: Majority of respondents in this study had a positive attitude towards breastfeeding but incorrect practices like giving ghutti, honey etc and bottle feeding of the baby were accepted and practiced by nearly one third of women. There is a need to reinforce the advantages of breastfeeding in the community with an emphasis to avoid prelacteal feed.
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