Breastfeeding Trends and Determinants Implications and recommendations for Gulf Cooperation Council countries
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2017, Vol 17, Issue 2
Abstract
Optimal breastfeeding practices entail the early initiation of breastfeeding soon after delivery of the baby, exclusive breastfeeding for the frst six months of life and the continuation of breastfeeding complemented by solid food up until two years of age. Breastfeeding has wide-ranging health benefts for both the mother and her child; however, many factors contribute to low rates of exclusive breastfeeding. Tis article highlights the benefts of optimal breastfeeding as well as trends and determinants associated with breastfeeding both worldwide and in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Strategies to optimise breastfeeding and overcome breastfeeding barriers in the GCC region are recommended, including community health and education programmes and ‘baby-friendly’ hospital initiatives. Advocates of breastfeeding are needed at the national, community and family levels. In addition, more systematic research should be conducted to examine breastfeeding practices and the best strategies to promote breastfeeding in this region.
Authors and Affiliations
Nisreen Al-Nuaimi| Departments of Maternal & Child Health, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman, Godfrey Katende| Departments of Adult Health & Critical Care, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman, Judie Arulappan| Departments of Maternal & Child Health, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman
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