The Effectiveness of Virtual Lactation Support: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Alicia BlackmoreBrittany HowellKristen RommeZhiwei GaoHai NguyenLeigh Anne Allwood NewhookLaurie K Twells

Published in: Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association (2022)

In this meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials comparing virtual lactation support with other postnatal maternity care, virtual lactation support was associated with increasing exclusive breastfeeding rates at 1 month and 6 months postpartum.The study protocol was registered (CRD42021256433) with PROSPERO.

Keyphrases

dairy cows
human milk
randomized controlled trial
study protocol
systematic review
preterm infants
healthcare
low birth weight
palliative care
clinical trial
quality improvement
pain management