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Factors influencing breastfeeding rates in south-western Sydney.
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Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health . Apr2007, Vol. 43 Issue 4, p249-255. 7p. 5 Charts. - Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- Aim: To explore the socio-demographic factors and other maternal characteristics that influence breastfeeding initiation rates. In particular, this paper aims to (i) estimate the rate of breastfeeding by maternal socio-demographic factors and other maternal characteristics at first well-baby visit; and (ii) investigate the relationship between breastfeeding rates and these maternal factors. Methods: Cross-sectional data were obtained for 9618 babies in south-western Sydney in New South Wales from the Ingleburn Baby Information Systems database from January 2000 to June 2004 and included information on breastfeeding status, socio-demographic factors and other maternal characteristics. Results: At first visit, 59.8% of mothers were breastfeeding. The factors that increased the risk for NOT breastfeeding on multivariate analysis were being Australian-born (OR = 1.67, 95% CI 1.45–1.89, P < 0.001), unmarried (OR = 1.79, 95% CI 1.52–2.11, P < 0.001), living in disadvantaged accommodation (OR = 1.90, 95% CI 1.60–2.26, P < 0.001), having lower levels of education (OR = 1.88, 95% CI 1.38–2.54, P < 0.001) and current smoking (OR = 1.72, 95% CI 1.51–1.96, P < 0.001). Conclusion: The results from this large population-based study suggest that breastfeeding rates are significantly influenced by socio-demographic factors and maternal characteristics. Consequently, subgroups of the population ‘at risk’ for not breastfeeding can be identified and targeted for further strategies to promote breastfeeding. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *BREASTFEEDING
*INFANT nutrition
*PEDIATRICS
*MEDICINE
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10344810
- Volume :
- 43
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Paediatrics & Child Health
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 24719665
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-1754.2007.01055.x