Psychosocial and Sociodemographic Contributors to Breastfeeding Intention in First-Time Mothers.

Tondy BaumgartnerSurya Sruthi BhamidipalliDavid GuiseJoanne DaggyCorette B ParkerMelissa WestermannSamuel ParryWilliam A GrobmanBrian M MercerHyagriv N SimhanRobert M SilverRonald J WapnerGeorge R SaadeUma M ReddyDavid M Haasnull null

Published in: Maternal and child health journal (2021)

Several sociodemographic factors, having a planned pregnancy, and fewer intense pregnancy hassles compared to uplifts are associated with intention to exclusively breastfeed. Identifying these factors may allow providers to identify women for focused, multilevel efforts to enhance breastfeeding rates.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
preterm infants
preterm birth
polycystic ovary syndrome
pregnant women
mental health
type diabetes
insulin resistance