Pre lacteal feeding practice among rural mothers in Tamilnadu - A questionnaire based study
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Background: Breast feeding is undoubtedly the best in providing an infant with ideal nourishment, protection from infections and bonding to the mother. Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is recommended as the optimum method of feeding for the first 6 months of life. In many countries across the world, the practice of giving new born babies other substances (pre lacteal feeding) even before lactation has been initiated is a common cultural practice. This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of pre lacteal feeding practices in the target population and to identify the common pre lacteal feeds administered. Methods: This study was conducted in Vellore district; a total number of 350 mothers took part in this study. Pretested and predesigned questionnaire was used to interview mothers regarding pre lacteal feeding practices of newborns. Results: 52 (14.8 %) mothers had given pre lacteal feeds to their child out of which, 25(48.07 %) were male and 27 (51.92%) were female children, this difference in pre lacteal feeding among male and female children was not found to be statistically significant. The literacy status of the mother and the type of family had a statistically significant association (p-Value 0.05). Conclusion: Pre lacteal feeds are very common and are an important factor in delaying the initiation of breast feeding. These delay the milk letdown reflex and could contribute to lactation failure. Hence patient education should include curtailing the use of pre lacteal feeds in addition to promoting early initiation of breast feeds.Downloads
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