Effect of postpartum depression on exclusive breast-feeding practices in sub-Saharan Africa countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious mood disorder that affects behavioural, physical and mental health of women and newborn after childbirth. Although a wide range of research have been conducted on maternal and infant health outcomes, the effect of postpartum depression on...

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Main Authors: Demelash Woldeyohannes, Yohannes Tekalegn, Biniyam Sahiledengle, Dejene Ermias, Tekele Ejajo, Lillian Mwanri
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-02-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-020-03535-1