Breastfeeding Practices amongst Mothers of Dobi, a Rural Community in Abuja.
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2019, Vol 4, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction: Infant feeding is an important determinant of a child’s well-being. Several studies have been carried out to determine infant feeding and weaning practices around the world, there is however a dearth of information about this in the FCT, Abuja. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that infants be exclusively breastfed for the first six months, followed by breastfeeding along with complementary foods for up to two years of age or beyond Aim: This study aimed to determine the infant feeding practices of mothers in dobi community, Gwagwalada area council in the FCT, Abuja. Methodology: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study, participants were selected using a multistage/cluster sampling technique from Dobi community which is located in Gwagwalada area council of the Federal Capital Territory. Results: Two hundred women participated in this study, 61% of them were within the age group of 15-24, they had the mean age of 24.1+ 16 standard deviation. Most of them 63.5% commenced breastfeeding within 1 hour of delivery. Although 98.5% agreed that breast milk was important, only 45% of respondents practiced exclusive breastfeeding; their main reasons were that they did not believe in exclusive breast feeding (38.5%) and that baby needed water (9.5%). Level of education significantly influenced the practice of exclusive breastfeeding (p value= 0.00 and 0.028 respectively). Spouses’ support also significantly influenced exclusive breastfeeding (p=0.03). Conclusion: The practice of exclusive breast feeding is still low, despite the high level of sensitization about the importance of practicing exclusive breastfeeding. Cultural and personal beliefs play important role in influencing the choice to practice exclusively breastfeed infants.
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Nwankwo B. B.
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