Prevalence and predictive factors for exclusive breastfeeding in the first 6 months among mothers attending Primary Health Care Centers in Cairo, Egypt
Abstract:Background
Although most organizations recommend breastfeeding for at least one year due to its well-known beneficial effects, the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding in many developing countries was quite low and the current prevalence of breastfeeding and predictive factors for its discontinuation are not well-known.
Objectives
To identify prevalence and predictive factors affecting exclusive breastfeeding in Primary Heal… Show more
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