Postnatal mental health, breastfeeding beliefs, and breastfeeding practices in rural China.

Qi JiangEvelyn ZhangNourya CohenMika OhtoriSabrina ZhuYian GuoHannah Faith JohnstoneSarah-Eve DillHuan ZhouScott D Rozelle

Published in: International breastfeeding journal (2022)

Symptoms of maternal mental health problems are significantly associated with breastfeeding attitude and self-efficacy; however, these symptoms are not associated with breastfeeding practices. Maternal educational level and infant age may play a role in mothers' breastfeeding practices. To improve breastfeeding practices, interventions should employ a multi-dimensional approach that focuses on improving maternal mental well-being and considers demographic characteristics.

Keyphrases

mental health
preterm infants
primary care
healthcare
birth weight
pregnancy outcomes
mental illness
pregnant women
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
gestational age