Title:
DETERMINANTS OF BREASTFEEDING PRACTICES AND INTERVENTIONS TO PROMOTE GOOD BREASTFEEDING PRACTICES IN SOUTH SUDAN.
Authors:
Anthony, Loguran
Place:
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Publisher:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute [etc.]
Year:
2023
PAGE:
xi, 64
Language:
En
Subject:
Maternal Health – Lessons Learned
Keywords:
Breastfeeding, breastfeeding practices, breastfeeding determinants, breastfeeding interventions, South Sudan
Abstract:
Introduction. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends breastfeeding practices such as early initiation of breastfeeding within one hour after birth; EBF for six months and continued breastfeeding for two years and beyond to prevent childhood morbidities and mortalities. However, breastfeeding practices remain inadequate in South Sudan. The study explored the determinants of breastfeeding practices and interventions to promote good breastfeeding practices in South Sudan. Methodology In this study Literature review and Key informant interviews were done. Literature was extracted through searching Google Scholar, PubMed, VU Library and Ministry of Health (MOH) and Health Partners’ websites. Snowballing technique was also used. Key informants’ interviews were conducted based on the participants’ expertise and responsibilities from MOH, Health facility and Health Partners. A total of 4 interviews were conducted. Results The study found support from family and community as a facilitator to breastfeeding. However multiple factors hindered breastfeeding practices in South Sudan including lack of knowledge of good breastfeeding practices, misconceptions, insufficient breastfeeding counselling and support, inadequate breastfeeding guidelines and programmes, and lacking workplace policies, deficient legislation and monitoring, and inadequate financing. Conclusion and recommendations. Families and communities play a key role in promoting breastfeeding. Breastfeeding interventions should aim at increasing advocacy efforts at family and community levels, and strengthening systems and policies. Actions should prioritize investments in guidelines, training, adopting the marketing code, improving workplace conditions, and monitoring of breastfeeding practices. Future research is essential to explore, workplace conditions, financing, getting pregnant while breastfeeding and infant growth.
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute , VU - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Institute:
KIT (Royal Tropical Institute)
Country:
South Sudan
Region:
Central Africa
Training:
Master of Science in Public Health
Category:
Research
Right:
@ 2023 Anthony
Document type:
Thesis/dissertation
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