Breastfeeding support provided by lactation consultants in high-income countries for improved breastfeeding rates, self-efficacy, and infant growth: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol

Abstract Background It is well established that breast milk offers numerous health benefits for mother and child. Mothers are recommended to exclusively breastfeed their child until 6 months of age, with continued breastfeeding up to 1–2 years of age or beyond. Yet, these recommendations are met les...

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Main Authors: Curtis J. D’Hollander, Victoria A. McCredie, Elizabeth M. Uleryk, Charles D. G. Keown-Stoneman, Catherine S. Birken, Deborah L. O’Connor, Jonathon L. Maguire
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-05-01
Series:Systematic Reviews
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-023-02239-9