The study found that 100% of prenatal mothers received written information about breastfeeding, although only 62.5% of babies were exclusively breastfed and 51.3% were breastfed within one hour of birth, indicating areas for improvement.
No change in breastmilk supply was reported, and no adverse symptoms were noted in 76.1% of breastfed children.
Infants breastfed by secretor mothers showed better growth velocity and cognitive development due to higher concentrations of beneficial HMOs in their milk.
High retention rates were observed at various intervals (93% at 1 week, 87% at 2 weeks, 82% at 6 weeks, 77% at 9 weeks, and 72% at 24 weeks), indicating effective engagement strategies, particularly for higher-income participants.
DHM is associated with improved maternal lactation support, enhanced parental wellbeing, and better infant health outcomes, particularly in preterm infants.
High rates of exclusive breastfeeding (96.3%) were observed, but infrequent breastfeeding was linked to increased infant weight faltering.
Despite the challenges, some mothers continued to breastfeed, and the study found that the risk of mother-to-infant transmission of COVID-19 through breastfeeding is very low.
Increased likelihood of breastfeeding initiation and duration in women receiving additional postpartum support, particularly those with higher BMI.
The study found that 87% of respondents were likely to accept either maternal vaccination or neonatal immunization. A majority favored maternal vaccination, particularly those with children and an intention to breastfeed, citing optimal protection for the child as a key factor in their decision.
The intervention was found to be feasible and acceptable, with potential improvements in breastfeeding practices among mothers of LBW infants, which could enhance post-discharge survival and growth outcomes for these vulnerable infants.
Expected improvements in appropriate feeding practices, increased dietary diversity, and better nutritional outcomes among infants and young children.
Iron supplementation significantly increased serum iron concentration and improved additional markers of iron and hematological status without adverse effects on growth or infections.
Mothers reported greater engagement and positive perceptions of local midwifery support when groups were moderated by trained professionals, leading to improved breastfeeding experiences.
The study found no significant associations between breastmilk microbiota composition and ORV outcomes, including seroconversion and post-vaccination rotavirus-specific IgA levels.
Enhanced nutritional quality of breast milk, leading to better growth and development outcomes in newborns.
Breastfeeding was associated with a more favorable gut microbiome composition and a distinct serum metabolome, including beneficial metabolites like tryptophan and amino acids, compared to formula feeding.
The study found that women in the experimental group showed a significant increase in breastfeeding self-efficacy, initiation, and exclusive breastfeeding practices compared to the control group. Specifically, the average and high BFSE scores increased from pre-intervention to six months post-intervention in the experimental group.
Obtaining consent for newborn procedures was linked to a 2.7 times greater likelihood of satisfaction with care and a 33% greater likelihood of exclusive breastfeeding at 10 weeks.
Increased OTP admissions from 30,323 in 2011 to 37,655 in 2019, decreased percentage of children with oedematous SAM and HIV over time, and a decrease in death rates in OTPs with an average annual rate of reduction of 6.0%.