Aim Tongue tie is a common problem affecting breastfeeding due to poor infant latch and/or
maternal pain. Evidence of whether treatment improves breastfeeding outcomes is …

Background: A link exists between breastfeeding difficulties and postpartum depression, and
evidence shows that some breastfeeding promotion initiatives may increase maternal stress …

Background Shorter breastfeeding duration is associated with detrimental consequences for
infant health/development and maternal health. Previous studies suggest social support is …

Background After discharge from a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), many mothers of
preterm infants (gestational age< 37 weeks) experience a lack of support for breastfeeding …

Purpose The purpose was to explore the breastfeeding experiences of mothers of infants
with breastfeeding or breast milk jaundice. Methods In-depth qualitative interviews and …

Background Universal exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for the first 6 months is estimated to
reduce infant mortality by 13–15%(9 million) in resource poor countries. Although 97% of …

Background Suppurative otitis media (SOM) is a major public health concern worldwide and
is associated with increased morbidity. Cases of fungal suppurative otitis media were …

Background Breastfeeding offers many health benefits to mother and infant. Problem
Breastfeeding difficulties are common and are linked with postnatal distress. Aim To explore …

Objective We examined whether changes in illness perceptions from preconception to
pregnancy were associated with intentions to exclusively breastfeed to 6 months postpartum …

Background and Purpose: Many women are ceasing to breastfeed in the early period due to
the breastfeeding problems and difficulties they perceive. Consequently, the approach and …