Breastfeeding Preterm Born Infant: Chance and Challenge.

ConclusionMost of mothers began to breastfeed, less than half continued later. Women did not receive enough family support. Young maternal age was associated with decrease in breastfeeding. Mothers with higher education were more likely to breastfeed. Being born extremely preterm and very preterm were associated with the least chance of being breastfed.
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research