In-Hospital Formula Feeding Hindered Exclusive Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy as a Mediating Factor

In-Hospital Formula Feeding Hindered Exclusive Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy as a Mediating Factor

Breastfeeding self-efficacy (BSE), defined as a mother’s confidence in her ability to breastfeed, has been confirmed to predict the uptake of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF). Early experiences during the birth hospital stay, especially in-hospital formula feeding (IHFF), can impact both EBF and matern...

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Main Authors: Lu Liu, Yuju Wu, Xiannan Xian, Jieyuan Feng, Yuping Mao, Siva Balakrishnan, Ann M. Weber, Gary L. Darmstadt, Yunwei Chen, Sean Sylvia, Huan Zhou, Scott Rozelle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
breastfeeding
breastfeeding self-efficacy
in-hospital formula feeding
mediation
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/15/24/5074

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