Abstract

Breastfeeding is a global health concern. Studies supports mothers breast milk has all the nutrients the child needs for the first six months of life. Breastfeeding reduce the risk of infant morbidity and mortality.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Sarah Marshall, DNP, ICCE, CCE, CBC, CLC, IAT, Center for Community Health Promotion and Wellness University Hospital and College of Nursing Downstate Medical Center

Sigma Membership

Alpha Omega

Lead Author Affiliation

The State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, New York, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Breastfeeding Benefits, Exclusive Breastfeeding Duration, Infant Nutrition

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Applying a transcultural education approach to increase exclusive breastfeeding duration rate

Washington, DC, USA

Breastfeeding is a global health concern. Studies supports mothers breast milk has all the nutrients the child needs for the first six months of life. Breastfeeding reduce the risk of infant morbidity and mortality.