Factores relacionados con la duración de la lactancia materna en una población de madres que acuden a los Centros de Desarrollo Infantil José Mora Carrión y el Pedestal de la ciudad de Loja

Abstract

Abstract: Breastfeeding is the most appropriate feeding practice for the newborn and infant. The present study establishes as objectives to determine the percentage of mothers who exclusively breastfed for the first hour and up to six months of age, also analyzing the factors that affect the duration of breastfeeding. An investigation with a quantitative approach was proposed, which through a survey studied 77 mothers who go to the Child Development Centers (CDI) José Mora Carrión and the Pedestal. The prevalence of breastfeeding at the first hour and up to six months was determined to be 76.6% and 58.4%, respectively; The main reasons for breastfeeding interruption were hypogalactia (17.8%), study hours (6.7%) and work hours (6.7%). The variables related to the duration of lactation were: maternal education, parity, having received information and maternal occupation. In conclusion, the local situation of breastfeeding in the IDC corresponds to the national context of neonatal health, however the determined prevalences do not comply with international recommendations.