Familiar but neglected: identification of gaps and recommendations to close them on exclusive breastfeeding support in health facilities in Malawi.
Alinane Linda Nyondo-MipandoMai-Lei Woo KinshellaSangwani SalimuBrandina ChiwayaFelix ChikotiLusungu ChiramboEphrida MwaunguluMwai BandaLaura NewberryTamanda HiwaMarianne VidlerQueen DubeElizabeth MolyneuxJoseph Mfutso-BengoDavid M GoldfarbKondwani KawazaPublished in: International breastfeeding journal (2021)
Breastfeeding is accepted as a social norm among health workers, mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and fathers in Malawi, yet vulnerable groups are underserved. Neglect in breastfeeding support among vulnerable populations exacerbates health inequities. Health systems strengthening related to breastfeeding requires a concerted effort among health workers, mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and fathers while remaining grounded in contexts to support family-centered hospital care.