Beyond Intentions: The Breastfeeding Intention-Practice Gap in Tunisia- A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Initiation and Continuation among Post-Partum Women
Cross-sectional analysis reveals early breastfeeding initiation improves duration among Tunisian women, highlighting maternal factors and obesity implications.
Key Points
Breastfeeding duration significantly increased with early initiation, emphasizing the importance of timely breastfeeding practices.
Among 400 postpartum women, only 19.3% initiated breastfeeding within the first hour after delivery, showing a substantial delay.
The study utilized an analytical cross-sectional design to evaluate breastfeeding practices and associated maternal factors in a Tunisian hospital.
Promoting early initiation and addressing barriers such as obesity and lack of education are crucial for enhancing breastfeeding outcomes.