Understanding Infant Feeding Practices

This resource presents findings from a longitudinal study on breastfeeding, milk intake, and infant feeding practices in Côte d’Ivoire between December 2022 and June 2024. Conducted in three waves with over 1,900 mothers, it assesses the effects of national regulations on infant formula distribution, as well as trends in breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and the use of substitutes

Key Benefits for Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare professionals can learn about:

• Exclusive breastfeeding rates before six months and the factors limiting them.

• The use of infant formula and family milk as alternatives to breast milk.

• Cultural practices such as early introduction of water, teas, and herbal decoctions.

• Mothers’ motivations and reasons for starting or stopping breastfeeding.

• Perceptions of product quality following regulatory changes.
  This evidence supports the development of clinical guidance and community education aimed at improving infant nutrition during the first 1000 days.

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