Journal article
Breastfeeding Outcomes of Women Following Uncomplicated Birth in Hamilton-Wentworth
Abstract
Objective: To examine infant feeding practices up to 8 weeks postpartum in Hamilton-Wentworth.Methods: A cross-sectional survey of 227 women using a pre-discharge, selfadministered questionnaire, medical record review and follow-up telephone interview.Results: Breastfeeding initiation rate was 85%. By 6–8 weeks postpartum, 30% of women had stopped breastfeeding; 55% had switched to formula within the first 14 days. Infants who did not receive …
Authors
Sheehan D; Bridle B; Hillier T; Feightner K; Hayward S; Lee K-S; Krueger P; Sword W; James M
Journal
Canadian Journal of Public Health, Vol. 90, No. 6, pp. 408–411
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
November 1999
DOI
10.1007/bf03404147
ISSN
0008-4263