A mixed-methods study on the association of six-month predominant breastfeeding with socioecological factors and COVID-19 among experienced breastfeeding women in Hong Kong.

John KwanJimsyn JiaKa-Man YipHung-Kwan SoSophie S F LeungPatrick IpWilfred Hing-Sang Wong

Published in: International breastfeeding journal (2022)

Giving birth in a public hospital and having breastfeeding support from family and friends were associated with six-month PBF. Furthermore, COVID-19 in Hong Kong had an overall positive impact on six-month PBF. Further studies should investigate the impact of hospital practices and the COVID-19 pandemic on breastfeeding behaviours.

Keyphrases

preterm infants
healthcare
coronavirus disease
sars cov
primary care
adverse drug
polycystic ovary syndrome
mental health
acute care
metabolic syndrome
pregnant women
emergency department
preterm birth
drug induced