Effect of postpartum depression on exclusive breast-feeding practices in sub-Saharan Africa countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Demelash Woldeyohannes HandisoYohannes TekalegnBiniyam SahiledengleDejene ErmiasTekele EjajoLillian Mwanri

Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2021)

In Sub Saharan Africa, the prevalence of postpartum depression was lower than the report of World Health Organization for developing Country in 2020. This review reveled that maternal postpartum depression has no significant effect on exclusive breast feeding practices. Thus, the investigators strongly recommend the researchers to conduct primary studies using strong study design in sub-Saharan Africa.

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
primary care
healthcare
sleep quality
body mass index
physical activity
pregnancy outcomes
gestational age