Are Pediatric Residents in Saudi Arabia Equipped to Provide Breastfeeding Care? A Cross-Sectional Study
Yara O. Bahawi,
Heidi K. Al-Wassia,
Saud A. Bahaidarah
et al.
Abstract:Background:
There is a progressive reduction in breastfeeding rates in Saudi Arabia. Counseling and support from health-care providers are useful in overcoming barriers to continuing breastfeeding. However, medical education and residency programs often do not adequately provide breastfeeding training.
Objective:
To determine the knowledge, comfort level, perception, and clinical practices of pediatric residents regarding breastfeeding in Saudi Arabia and to measure the… Show more
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