Barriers and enablers to exclusive breastfeeding by mothers in Polokwane, South Africa
BackgroundExclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for six months, with the introduction of appropriate complementary feeding thereafter, and breastfeeding continuing for up to 2 years and beyond, is highly recommended. This could save the lives of up to 1.4 million children each year worldwide. Despite this,...
Main Authors: | Maishataba Solomon Makwela, Reneilwe Given Mashaba, Cairo Bruce Ntimana, Kagiso Peace Seakamela, Eric Maimela |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2024-02-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Global Women's Health |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fgwh.2024.1209784/full |
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