ArticleJournal of family medicine and primary care2025
Knowledge, attitude, and practice of breastfeeding among mothers attending King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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Abstract
Background: Breastfeeding is essential for infant health, yet various factors influence mothers' decisions to initiate and sustain this practice. Understanding the insights into mothers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards breastfeeding is critical, particularly in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among mothers in the hospital, assessing their knowledge of breastfeeding, attitudes towards breastfeeding practices, and actual breastfeeding behaviors. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, from 334 mothers attending King Abdulaziz University Hospital between December 2022 and December 2023. Participants included mothers who gave birth within the past 1-5 years. Statistical analysis was conducted using JMP software, along with thematic analysis for qualitative data. Result: The study analyzed data from 334 mothers, revealing that 88% initiated breastfeeding, but only 39% practiced exclusive breastfeeding for six months. Working mothers exhibited greater knowledge and earlier initiation compared to non-working mothers. Barriers included lack of private breastfeeding spaces and feelings of inadequate milk supply, highlighting challenges that could affect breastfeeding duration and practice. Conclusion: This research underscored the importance of improving maternal knowledge and addressing common barriers to breastfeeding. By developing targeted strategies and policy recommendations based on the findings, the study aimed to enhance breastfeeding practices among mothers at King Abdulaziz University Hospital. Ultimately, these efforts contributed to promoting breastfeeding as a crucial public health initiative in Saudi Arabia, positively influencing the health and well-being of mothers and infants.
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