Breastfeeding Support and Challenges
7 articles from 7 countries
Indonesia launches SAPA NETRA to aid visually impaired mothers in breastfeeding, while experts in Turkey warn hospital routines may hinder early breastfeeding success. In Austria, nearly one in five people find public breastfeeding of older children inappropriate, highlighting diverse societal views.
Men urged to support breastfeeding
- The percentage of exclusively breastfed infants in Tanzania has increased from 58% in 2018 to 64% in 2022. - This rise is attributed to increased awareness and support for breastfeeding practices. - Men are urged to support and encourage breastfeeding mothers to ensure optimal infant nutrition.
World Breastfeeding Week 2026: SAPA NETRA Strengthens Visually Impaired Mothers' Right to Breastfeed Independently
- A new program called SAPA NETRA has been launched in Indonesia to support visually impaired mothers in breastfeeding. - The initiative addresses challenges faced by blind mothers, such as limited ac…
Experts Warn Hospital Routines May Undermine Breastfeeding Success in First 72 Hours
- A new international review challenges common hospital practices in the first 48-72 hours after birth, arguing they hinder breastfeeding success. - The study debunks myths about colostrum inadequacy,…
One in five Austrians rejects public breastfeeding of children over one year old
- A survey in Austria found that 19% of respondents consider public breastfeeding of children aged one year or older inappropriate. - This sentiment increases with the child's age, with 13% finding br…
Papua New Guinea marks World Breastfeeding Week, promotes early infant care
- Papua New Guinea is marking World Breastfeeding Week. - The country is calling for the promotion of early breastfeeding initiation and skin-to-skin contact for newborns. - Access to the full article…
Taiwanese Star Ai Ya Details Breastfeeding Struggles and New Motherhood Challenges
- Taiwanese celebrity Ai Ya (Zhang Aiya) shared her raw experiences as a new mother after a C-section. - She emphasized the challenges of breastfeeding, the importance of her husband's support, and th…
Panama struggles with exclusive breastfeeding, aims to boost rates
- Only 28% of Panamanian mothers exclusively breastfeed for the first six months, a challenge highlighted by health authorities. - Health officials aim to increase this rate during World Breastfeeding…
