Actual exclusive breastfeeding rates and determinants among a cohort of children living in Gampaha district Sri Lanka: A prospective observational study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) during the early months of life reduce infant morbidity and mortality. Current recommendation in Sri Lanka is to continue exclusive breastfeeding up to six months of age. Exclusive breastfeeding rates ar...

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Main Authors: Perera Priyantha J, Ranathunga Nayomi, Fernando Meranthi P, Sampath Wikum, Samaranayake Gayni B
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-12-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
Online Access:http://www.internationalbreastfeedingjournal.com/content/7/1/21