Breastfeeding among South Sudanese refugees in protracted settlements in Adjumani district, Uganda: facilitators and barriers

Abstract Background Evidence suggests that forced migration and refugee status may adversely impact mothers’ breastfeeding choices. Furthermore, suboptimal breastfeeding practices have been reported among vulnerable populations including those living in refugee settlements. Therefore, this study inv...

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Main Authors: Christine N. Walters, Hasina Rakotomanana, Joel J. Komakech, Margaret Kabahenda, Jillian M. Joyce, Deana A. Hildebrand, Lucia Ciciolla, Barbara J. Stoecker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-03-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13006-023-00549-1