KAP Study of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Mothers about Breast Feeding at Tertiary Care Centre of Central India
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Breast feeding is the ideal feed for infants. It is best for nutritional, immunological and emotional needs of infants. It is most important factor for reducing infant mortality as well as morbidity. Early initiation of human milk promotes gut maturation and immune system. Therefore the objective of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of breast feeding among mothers at tertiary care center of Central India. KAP Study of Knowledge, attitude and practice of breast feeding in mothers. A cross sectional descriptive study was conducted among mothers having children below 1 year of age. All mothers were interviewed through a self-designed pretested structured questionnaire regarding breast feeding of their infants and socio demographic profile. Majority of the mothers were illiterate, belonging to low-income group and not aware about benefits of breast feeding. Although mother’s knowledge was lacking but most of mother breast fed their children and knew it is best for their children. A positive attitude was reflected from mother towards breast feeding. Most of mothers follow breast feeding practices and had favorable attitude although lack of knowledge was found.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Pramila Ramawat, Dr. Swati Prashant, Dr. Sunil Malani
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