Effect of Exclusive Breastfeeding Practice on the Nutritional Status of Nursing Mothers in Ilaro Town, Nigeria

Agwo, E. O and Adewunmi, H.O Effect of Exclusive Breastfeeding Practice on the Nutritional Status of Nursing Mothers in Ilaro Town, Nigeria. FEPI-JOPAS, 2 (2). pp. 38-47.

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Abstract

Breastfeeding is an important public health tool for the primary prevention of child morbidity and mortality. WHO have recommended exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months after delivery, followed by introduction of complementary foods. This study elicits the effect of exclusive breastfeeding on the nutritional status of nursing mothers in Ilaro. Data were collected using random sampling and well-structured questionnaire. A total of 200 respondents gave data on exclusive breastfeeding practices. Descriptive (frequency and percentage) and inferential (chi-square) statistics were used to summarize data. Data were analyzed using (SPSS) VERSION 20.0. Sociodemographic characteristics results showed that, majority (49.0%) of the respondents were between the ages of 21- 30 years while (9.0%) were above 40 years. Also, (87.0%) were married while few (2.5%) were divorced. The income of the respondents showed that (32.0%) earned between ₦11,000- ₦ 20,000 monthly. Majority (62.0%) of the respondents had a normal nutritional status. Above average (79.0%) practice exclusive breastfeeding. Significant association (p<0.05) exits between BMI and age, marital status exclusive breastfeeding practice and breast milk secretion time. In conclusion that the respondents have normal nutritional status and also there was a good practice exclusive breastfeeding practice among nursing mothers. Enlightenment about exclusive breastfeeding among mothers should be emphasized.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Q Science > Q Science (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Mathematics
Depositing User:	Mr. Bolanle Yisau I.
Date Deposited:	29 May 2021 20:16
Last Modified:	29 May 2021 20:16
URI:	http://eprints.federalpolyilaro.edu.ng/id/eprint/1506

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