Breastfeeding Practices in Zhejiang, China
Author Information
Author(s): Qiu Liqian, Zhao Yun, Binns Colin W, Lee Andy H, Xie Xing
Primary Institution: Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University
Hypothesis
What factors influence exclusive breastfeeding initiation in Zhejiang, PR China?
Conclusion
The exclusive breastfeeding rate in Zhejiang is only 50.3% on discharge and does not reach Chinese or international targets.
Supporting Evidence
- 50.3% of mothers were exclusively breastfeeding at discharge.
- Exclusive breastfeeding was positively related to vaginal birth and living in suburban or rural areas.
- Younger mothers and those with lower education levels had higher rates of exclusive breastfeeding.
Takeaway
Only half of the mothers in Zhejiang are exclusively breastfeeding when they leave the hospital, which is lower than what is recommended.
Methodology
A cohort study with multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted on 1520 mothers from four hospitals in different areas.
Limitations
The sample was restricted to three locations in Zhejiang Province, which may not represent the entire region.
Participant Demographics
Mothers from urban, suburban, and rural areas of Zhejiang Province.
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