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ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AMONG POSTPARTUM MOTHERS ATTENDING KIBOGORA LEVEL TWO TEACHING HOSPITAL

ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING AMONG POSTPARTUM MOTHERS ATTENDING KIBOGORA LEVEL TWO TEACHING HOSPITAL

INGABIRE, Jacqueline; NTAKIYINANIRA, Denys
URI: https://repository.kp.ac.rw/xmlui/handle/123456789/169
Date: 2023-09

Abstract:

Introduction: Exclusive breastfeeding is considered as optimal feeding method for infants with numerous benefits for both mother and infant therefore improves maternal health and reduce neonatal and infant mortality. As recommended by WHO and UNICEF, child should breastfeed only breast milk that start within first hour of birth and last for at least 6 months of age. Globally, exclusive breastfeeding rate is 38%, however the World health assembly 2012 the target is to increase the rate at least 50% by 2025. The aim of this study was to identify the knowledge, attitude and practice of exclusive breast feeding among postpartum mothers.

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. INTRODUCTION This chapter discusses the background of the study, problem statement, Objectives of the study, research questions, Operational definition of key terms, significance of the study, limitations and scope of the study.

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  • General Nursing
    Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities, sick or well and in all settings. Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people.

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