2022
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010228
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Impact of COVID-19 on Breastfeeding among SARS-CoV-2 Infected Pregnant Women: A Single Centre Survey Study

Abstract: Background: Although current guidelines recommend that mothers with suspected or confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection should be encouraged to initiate and continue breastfeeding, up-to-date literature shows conflicting data regarding breastfeeding experiences in infected women. This survey aimed to report on the psychological impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on breastfeeding practice and medical counselling in a single tertiary center in Southern Italy. Methods: One-hundred breastfeeding women with SARS-CoV-2 infectio… Show more

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“…Additionally, factors such as maternal symptoms, disease severity, and obstetric indications may also contribute to the decision-making process. It is worth noting that cesarean section has been reported to have an impact on breastfeeding rates in women ( 24 ). This is primarily due to the potential challenges in initiating and establishing breastfeeding after a surgical delivery.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Additionally, factors such as maternal symptoms, disease severity, and obstetric indications may also contribute to the decision-making process. It is worth noting that cesarean section has been reported to have an impact on breastfeeding rates in women ( 24 ). This is primarily due to the potential challenges in initiating and establishing breastfeeding after a surgical delivery.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%