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Randomized clinical trial of the effect of the onset time of skin-to-skin contact at birth, immediate compared to early, on the duration of breastfeeding in full term newborns
Skin-to-skin contact (SSC) compared to separation at birth has a positive effect on breastfeeding. However, separation at birth is common with negative impact on breastfeeding. The aim was to determine the eff... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - April 13, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Sergio I Agudelo, Oscar A Gamboa, Eduardo Acu ña, Lina Aguirre, Sarah Bastidas, Jennifer Guijarro, María Jaller, María Valderrama, María Lucia Padrón, Nathalie Gualdrón, Evelyn Obando, Fabio Rodríguez and Lina Buitrago Tags: Research Source Type: research

Feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy of an innovative postnatal home-based breastfeeding peer support programme in Hong Kong: a feasibility and pilot randomised controlled trial
As suggested by the World Health Organization, breastfeeding peer support is being introduced worldwide to support women ’s breastfeeding needs. Evidence has shown that when such support is offered to women, th... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - April 13, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Kris Yuet-Wan Lok, Charlotte L. Y. Chow, Jeffery Sheung Yu Shing, Robert Smith, Christine Chi Oi Lam, Debra Bick and Yan-Shing Chang Tags: Research Source Type: research

Barriers for early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding up to six months in predominantly rural Sri Lanka: a need to strengthen policy implementation
This study aims to identif... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - April 8, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Thilini Chanchala Agampodi, Neerodha Kithmini Dharmasoma, Iresha Sandamali Koralagedara, Thushari Dissanayaka, Janith Warnasekara, Suneth Buddhika Agampodi and Rafael Perez-Escamilla Tags: Research Source Type: research

Applying systematic review search methods to the grey literature: a review of education and training courses on breastfeeding support for health professionals
Currently, lactation training courses aimed at health professionals are important for informing and supporting mothers who are breastfeeding. In this review, we seek to analyze similarities and/or variations i... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - April 6, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Ivette Navarro, Jose M. Soriano and Salom é Laredo Tags: Review Source Type: research

The impact of coronavirus outbreak on breastfeeding guidelines among Brazilian hospitals and maternity services: a cross-sectional study
The World Health Organization recognizes exclusive breastfeeding a safe source of nutrition available for children in most humanitarian emergencies, as in the current pandemic caused by the Severe Acute Respir... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 31, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Walusa Assad Gon çalves-Ferri, Fábia Martins Pereira-Cellini, Kelly Coca, Davi Casale Aragon, Paulo Nader, João Cesar Lyra, Maryneia Silva do Vale, Sérgio Marba, Katiaci Araujo, Laura Afonso Dias, Daniela Marques de Lima Mota Ferreira, Gislayne Nieto, Tags: Research Source Type: research

Human milk banks in the response to COVID-19: a statement of the regional human milk bank network for Southeast Asia and beyond
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations on infant feeding in the context of COVID-19 uphold standing recommendations for breastfeeding, non-separation, and skin-to-skin contact, including the use o... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 29, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Estrella Olonan-Jusi, Paul G. Zambrano, Vu H. Duong, Nguyen T. T. Anh, Nant S. S. Aye, Mei Chien Chua, Hikmah Kurniasari, Zaw Win Moe, Sopapan Ngerncham, Nguyen T. T. Phuong and Janice Datu-Sanguyo Tags: Commentary Source Type: research

Breastfeeding satisfaction post hospital discharge and associated factors – a longitudinal cohort study of mothers of preterm infants
Mothers ’ satisfaction with breastfeeding is important for breastfeeding duration but rarely investigated in mothers of preterm infants. The aim of this study was to describe breastfeeding satisfaction and asso... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 25, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Jenny Ericson, Erik Lampa and Ren ée Flacking Tags: Research Source Type: research

The effect of maternal depressive symptoms on infant feeding practices in rural Ethiopia: community based birth cohort study
This study explored the longitudinal relationship of maternal depressive symptoms an... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 20, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Yitbarek Kidane Woldetensay, Tefera Belachew, Shibani Ghosh, Eva Johanna Kantelhardt, Hans Konrad Biesalski and Veronika Scherbaum Tags: Research Source Type: research

Association of prenatal counselling and immediate postnatal support with early initiation of breastfeeding in Uttar Pradesh, India
Timely initiation of breastfeeding, also known as early initiation of breastfeeding, is a well-recognized life-saving intervention to reduce neonatal mortality. However, only one quarter of newborns in Uttar P... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 16, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Vasanthakumar Namasivayam, Bidyadhar Dehury, Ravi Prakash, Marissa Becker, Lisa Avery, Deepa Sankaran, B. M. Ramesh, James Blanchard, Pankaj Kumar, John Anthony, Manish Kumar, Ties Boerma and Shajy Isac Tags: Research Source Type: research

Evaluating antenatal breastmilk expression outcomes: a scoping review
Antenatal breastmilk expression (aBME) is recommended by some healthcare providers to improve lactation, breastfeeding, and newborn outcomes, particularly for women with diabetes as they face unique challenges... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Imane Foudil-Bey, Malia S. Q. Murphy, Sandra Dunn, Erin J. Keely and Darine El-Cha âr Tags: Research Source Type: research

Implementation and effectiveness of continuous kangaroo mother care: a participatory action research protocol
The efficacy of continuous kangaroo mother care (C-KMC) in reducing neonatal mortality and morbidity among low birthweight and premature infants has been confirmed. Despite the recommendations of the World Hea... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 8, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Marzieh Mohammadi, Anne-Marie Bergh, Mohammad Heidarzadeh, Mahammadbagher Hosseini, Niloufar Sattarzadeh Jahdi, Leila Valizadeh, Behzad Sarvaran and Sevil Hakimi Tags: Study protocol Source Type: research

Management of idiopathic granulomatous mastitis in lactation: case report and review of the literature
Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM) is a benign chronic inflammatory breast condition that mimics two common breast disorders: breast carcinoma and breast abscess. It can form breast masses, fistulae, and ... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - March 4, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Hannah W. Kornfeld and Katrina B. Mitchell Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Predictors of exclusive breastfeeding in the first six months: four consecutive surveys in a tertiary hospital in Lithuania
There are little up-to-date data available on the duration of exclusive breastfeeding in Lithuania. The aim of our study was to examine the factors that could influence exclusive breastfeeding during the first... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - February 24, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Vaidil ė Jakaitė, Aurelija Peštenytė, Jolita Zakarevičienė, Vilija Sniečkuvienė, Viktorija Žitkutė, Diana Ramašauskaitė and Gintautas Domža Tags: Research Source Type: research

Maternal experience of intimate partner violence is associated with suboptimal breastfeeding practices in Malawi, Tanzania, and Zambia: insights from a DHS analysis
This study investigated th... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - February 18, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Christine N. Walters, Hasina Rakotomanana, Joel J. Komakech and Barbara J. Stoecker Tags: Research Source Type: research

Using animation to teach breastfeeding physiology: a proof of concept study
Breastfeeding provides the optimal nourishment for infant and child health and supporting mothers to breastfeed is a global health priority. Midwives are uniquely placed to provide breastfeeding education and ... (Source: International Breastfeeding Journal)
Source: International Breastfeeding Journal - February 18, 2021 Category: Nursing Authors: Nicki Hartney, Dolores Dooley and Cate Nagle Tags: Research Source Type: research