Weight-Related Concerns as Barriers to Exclusive Breastfeeding at 6 Months.

Emily ZimmermanRachel F RodgersJennifer O'FlynnAlthea Bourdeau

Published in: Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association (2018)

Mothers' weight, body image and eating concerns, concern regarding their children's weight, and breastfeeding self-efficacy may constitute critical barriers to exclusive breastfeeding at 6 months. Interventions to improve breastfeeding duration and confidence should target maternal body image and eating concerns.

Keyphrases

physical activity
weight loss
preterm infants
body mass index
weight gain
body weight
young adults
birth weight
pregnant women
drug induced