Haleama Al Sabbah Author

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Exclusive Breastfeeding and Complementary Feeding Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) and its determinants in UAE

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Breastfeeding is considered the ultimate method of infant feeding for at least the first six months of life. Exclusive breastfeeding stands out as the single most effective intervention for child survival. Early introduction of complementary foods to infants below six months, inclusion of drinks other than breast milk for infants, high proportion of bottle-fed infants and delayed initiation of breastfeeding within half an hour after birth contribute to the low exclusive breastfeeding statistics.  The prevalence rate of exclusive breastfeeding among the study participants was 26.2%. Exclusive breastfeeding was lower among Emarati participants (21.7%) than other Arabs (30.6%). About one fifth of the participated women were practicing Predominant breasfeeding(Breastmilk +Liquids) and ... view more»

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