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. 1996 Jun;19(2):2-6.
doi: 10.4102/curationis.v19i2.1315.

Breast-feeding: current knowledge, attitudes and practices of paediatricians and obstetricians

A Videlefsky  1 , C Nikodem, J Hofmeyr
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Breast-feeding: current knowledge, attitudes and practices of paediatricians and obstetricians

A Videlefsky et al. Curationis. 1996 Jun.

Abstract

Objective: To assess the current knowledge, attitudes and practices of Paediatricians and Obstetricians in the greater Johannesburg area, using WHO/UNICEF 10 Steps to Successful Breastfeeding as a guideline.

Design: Survey.

Subjects: All Paediatricians and Obstetricians registered with the SAMDC and practising in the greater Johannesburg area.

Results: Most Paediatricians and Obstetricians advocate breastfeeding, but very few conform adequately to recommended guidelines.

Conclusion: Doctors, as part of the healthcare team, can have a significant impact on the successful initiation and maintenance of breastfeeding. There is a need for ongoing education and intervention programmes to update current knowledge on breastfeeding management.

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