Knowledge of Exclusive Breastfeeding and its Practice among Women in Academics in South-South Nigeria | Chapter 7 | Medicine and Medical Research: New Perspectives Vol. 3

 

The present study sought to assess the practice of exclusive breastfeeding among women employed in tertiary institutions in South-South, Nigeria. Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is crucial for infant health, yet its practice among women in academics remains understudied. This cross-sectional study examines the knowledge and practice of EBF among women in academics in South-South, Nigeria, using a sample of 360 respondents. Findings indicate that 92.2% of the respondents have knowledge of exclusive breastfeeding and 61.5% practiced exclusive breastfeeding with 41% initiating breastfeeding within one hour of the birth of their babies.  Return to work was the most common reason for discontinuation of exclusive breastfeeding. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions to enhance EBF awareness and practices among women in academics, potentially influencing maternal and child health policies and practices in similar contexts.

 

Author(s) Details

Benjamin O. Osaro
Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

Nnenna Nnadi
Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State Univ

 

Yoko Ikakita
Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

 

Nnenna Ali Emordi
Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

 

 

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Risk-benefit Analysis of Antidepressants Use during Breastfeeding to Treat Postpartum Depression | Chapter 6 | Medical Science: Recent Advances and Applications Vol. 5

 

Postpartum depression is classified as a major depressive disorder, and the causes are not well known. Postpartum depression affects approximately 14.5% of women, and it can affect both mother and infant. Therefore, rapid attention and treatment are imperative. The causes of postpartum depression are not well known; but there are many factors that may increase the risk of developing the disease. Women should be carefully evaluated after childbirth for depressive or anxiety symptoms with adequate screening tools and methods to avoid diagnostic errors; especially when dealing with women who present risk factors. The pharmacological approach often represents one of the most realistic options for treatment. However, women may be reluctant to take antidepressants because of the fear of adverse effects on the infant, since most drugs pass into breast milk. The objective of this review is to evaluate the risk-benefit of using antidepressants during breastfeeding to treat postpartum depression.

 

An electronic search was performed by using the PubMed database from January 2001 through December 2010. The search was limited to articles in the English language and to articles that relate to human research. Manual searches of bibliographies were also conducted to identify additional pertinent studies.

 

The use of antidepressants that do not appear in infants’ plasma, for which use during breastfeeding is better documented and at standard therapeutic doses is recommended, such as sertraline and paroxetine. Fluoxetine has a long half-life, which can lead to a long infant exposure through breast milk, and citalopram can cause adverse effects in infants exposed through breast milk. Therefore, citalopram and fluoxetine should not be used as first-line treatments. If these drugs are used by a nurse, they should take the lowest effective dosage, and their infants should be monitored. 

 

This study focused on emphasising the importance of postpartum depression treatment, always considering its repercussions for the breastfed infants. Studies are needed with larger samples to properly evaluate the short and long-term effects of antidepressants on infants exposed through breast milk, so that clinicians can create standard decisions regarding the treatment of postpartum depression, without putting infants at risk.

 

Author (s) Details

Leal, Vânia
Pharmacy Department, Coimbra Health School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra, Rua 5 de Outubro, S. Martinho do Bispo, 3046-854 Coimbra, Portugal.

 

Fonseca, Ana Paula
Pharmacy Department, Coimbra Health School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra, Rua 5 de Outubro, S. Martinho do Bispo, 3046-854 Coimbra, Portugal and H&TRC - Health & Technology Research Center, Coimbra Health School, Polytechnic University of Coimbra, S. Martinho do Bispo, 3046-854 Coimbra, Portugal.

 

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Study on the Impact of Breastfeeding to Cognitive Functions in 5 Years Old Children| Chapter 9 | Current Overview on Science and Technology Research Vol. 9

 Two groups of five-old age-old offsprings born in the stained Karvina district and the control commune of eské Budejovice were researched to determine the effect of breastfeeding on intelligent development. The adolescents were born in the age 2013 and 2014. From mothers' surveys, news about nursing was assembled. Psychological and cognitive estimates were conducted utilizing the Raven Colored Progressive Matrices (RCPM) and the Bender Visual Motor Gestalt Test (BG test). Mothers engaged in the study provided us accompanying information concerning social atmosphere of the family, breastfeeding and consuming habits, and child´s record of what happened. The findings indicate a beneficial impact of breastfeeding for six months or more interminable on cognitive development in five-period-old youth. When compared to the judgments of the RCPM exam, that measures problem-solving talents, this effect was more significant in the BG test results, that focused on optic-motor abilities.

Author(s) Details:

Barbora Blazkova,
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia, 370 05 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic.

Anna Pastorkova,
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia, 370 05 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic and Institute of Experimental Medicine CAS, 142 20 Prague 4, Czech Republic.

Ivo Solansky,
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia, 370 05 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic.

Jana Schmuczerova,
Department of Medical Genetics, L. Pasteur University Hospital, Trieda SNP 1, 040 11 Kosice, Slovakia.

Milos Veleminsky, Jr.,
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia, 370 05 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic and Hospital Ceske Budejovice, a.s., 370 01 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic.

Milos Veleminsky,
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia, 370 05 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic.

Radim J. Sram,
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia, 370 05 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic and Hospital Ceske Budejovice, a.s., 370 01 Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic.

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Maternal and Infant Bonding: A Concept Analysis | Chapter 1 | Highlights on Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 6

 Maternal-infant bonding is a maternal-driven strategy that occurs most frequently during a baby's first year of life, but it can happen at any moment during a child's life. The most essential indications of maternal baby bonding are a mother's affective state; maternal emotions and feelings toward the kid are the most crucial indicators. The first hour of a baby's life is critical for their development and the formation of a relationship between mother and kid.

The concept study's goal was to illustrate the importance of maternal-infant bonding, as well as the barriers to it and their repercussions.

The Walker and Avant concept analysis paradigm, which assesses attributes, antecedence and implications, exemplars, and recommendations, was employed.

It took a month and a half to complete the literature search, which includes bonding journals, PubMed and MEDLINE, as well as Google and Google Scholar. The description of mother and baby bonding contained twenty-four studies that were judged to be related to the subject of interest. The majority of the research emphasised the importance of maternal and baby bonding.

Preconception care is vital in the bonding process because it helps women to learn how to bond with their newborns before they get pregnant, rather than waiting until after the baby is born.

Recommendations and Conclusions: According to midwives and other health professionals, the majority of health education sessions should include maternal and child bonding.

Author (s) Details

Lilian Kufakunesu
Nursing Science Department, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe.

Christine Mary Kasu
Nursing Science Department, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe.

Gladys Mugadza
Nursing Science Department, University of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe.

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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Mothers Regarding Breastfeeding in the University Hospital Center of Brazzaville (Republic of Congo) | Chapter 10 | Challenges in Disease and Health Research Vol. 4

 Objective: To examine at the Brazzaville University Medical Center the awareness, attitudes and behaviours of mothers about breastfeeding. Population and Methods: Analytical KAP research conducted from 1 February to 31 May 2019, covering only mothers who have begun breastfeeding for a minimum of 4 months and a maximum of 24 months in compliance with World Health Organization guidelines. Socio-demographic features, awareness, attitudes and behaviours were linked to the research variables. Outcomes: One hundred and forty mothers were interviewed. They were of a median age of 30, multi-parous (61.5 percent), with gainful activity (47.9 percent) in a couple (78.6 percent). In 26.5 percent of cases, they had adequate information (87.1 percent) yet harmful, adapted behaviours (95 percent) with responses of distinct certainty, and bad practises (60 percent). Attitudes have not been changed by experience (p > 0.2). Practices that have impacted awareness and behaviours (p < 0.05). Four times more likely to have inadequate practise were women with insufficient expertise (OR = 3.84; CI [1.06-13.9]; p < 0.03).

CONCLUSION: Overall, with a reasonable level of awareness and acceptable attitudes, the responses of the mothers showed strong differences in certainty. Their practises were poor, as much affected by incorrect behaviour as by ignorance and damaging knowledge. An educational campaign on the awareness and attitudes of mothers towards breastfeeding will help to strengthen their practises of breastfeeding.

Author (s) Details

Buambo Gauthier Régis Jostin
Obstetrics Gynecology Department, Brazzaville University Hospital Center, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Mahoungou Tsibozi Frédine

Obstetrics Gynecology Department, “Blanche Gomez” Specialized Mother-Child Hospital, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Itoua Clautaire
Obstetrics Gynecology Department, Brazzaville University Hospital Center, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Potokoue Mpia Samantha Nuelly
Obstetrics Gynecology Department, Brazzaville University Hospital Center, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Eouani Max Lévy Eméry
Obstetrics Gynecology Department, Loandjili Hospital, Pointe Noire, Republic of the Congo.

Mokoko Jules César
Obstetrics Gynecology Department, Brazzaville University Hospital Center, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

Iloki Léon Hervé
Obstetrics Gynecology Department, Brazzaville University Hospital Center, Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo.

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Recent Study to Evaluate the Intervention being Provided by AWCs Regarding Breastfeeding, Weaning and Child Diet in District Budgam of Kashmir Region (J&K) (Based on Beneficiary Responses) | Chapter 10 | Current Strategies in Economics and Management Vol. 1

This study was undertaken to evaluate a response regarding the intervention being provided by Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) in District Budgam. The study was conducted in 60 Anganwadi Centers (AWCs) and the beneficiaries included three registered groups viz., Pregnant Women (PW), Nursing Mothers (NM), and mothers of child beneficiaries (MCB) having children in the age group 0-3 years - 4 beneficiaries were selected from each AWC. Since India’s 66% of the total population comprises of mother and children who are also the foremost patrons of health services hence they are the “priority,” “special risk” and “vulnerable group.” and therefore explicit programmes for augmenting maternal and child health have been in place since the early fifties in India. These AWCs serve the purpose and are assumed to provide pre-school education on one hand and breaking vicious cycle of malnutrition, morbidity and mortality on the other hand. By instructing women beneficiaries and also providing supplementary nutrition. Keeping in view the above aspects and also to evaluate the intervention being provided by Anganwadi centers this study was planned and designed accordingly. Results obtained indicate that inadequate intervention is being provided regarding most of the aspects of breastfeeding with 86% denying the intervention regarding initiation of breastfeeding and 96% said no awareness regarding frequency of breastfeeding is provided in AWCs and 97% reporting no intervention regarding importance of balanced diet for children, although some of the blocks are better in providing information regarding some aspects while as others are lacking the ability to improve the knowledge of their beneficiaries regarding various parameters  under study, which needs to be further taken care of through, advanced interventions by involving Anganwadi centres and medical department for the safety and health of our children. All the results were obtained by using Chi-square analysis and by comparing the responses of beneficiaries and AWWs (Anganwadi workers) across the blocks.

Author(s) Details

Dr. Iffat Jabeen Ghani
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), SKUAST-K, Pulwama, Kashmir, India.

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