Exploring parental perceptions and knowledge regarding breastfeeding practices in Rajanpur, Punjab Province, Pakistan

Exploring parental perceptions and knowledge regarding breastfeeding practices in Rajanpur, Punjab Province, Pakistan

Abstract Background Exclusive breastfeeding is significantly associated with strong infant immunity and optimal development. The importance of breastfeeding is underestimated. Parental lack of knowledge and unhealthy practices regarding breastfeeding deprive infants of their basic right to mother’s...

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Main Authors: Rubeena Zakar, Muhammad Zakria Zakar, Lubna Zaheer, Florian Fischer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
Subjects:
Exclusive breastfeeding
Parental perceptions
Breastfeeding knowledge
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13006-018-0171-z

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