The Effect of Socio-Demographic and Obstetric Factors on Early Initiation of Breastfeeding in Tegal District, Central Java

Background: It is estimated that approximately 10 million children die every year worldwide. Forty five percent of those deaths are caused by malnutrition either directly or indirectly. Studies have shown that breastfeeding in the first hour can reduce neonatal death to 22%. However, breastfeeding p...

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Main Authors: Juhrotun Nisa, Harsono Salimo, Uki Retno Budihastuti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret 2017-04-01
Series:Journal of Maternal and Child Health
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Online Access:http://www.thejmch.com/index.php?journal=thejmch&page=article&op=view&path%5B%5D=47&path%5B%5D=52