BACKGROUND About 98% of newborn deaths occur in developing countries, where most newborns deaths occur at home. In Nepal, approximately, 90% of deliveries take place at home. Information about reasons for delivering at home and newborn care practices in urban areas of Nepal is lacking and such information will be useful for policy makers. METHODS A cross-sectional survey was carried out in th...

BACKGROUND Early or timely initiation of breastfeeding is crucial in preventing newborn deaths and influences childhood nutrition however remains low in South Asia and the factors and barriers warrant greater consideration for improved action. This review synthesises the evidence on factors and barriers to initiation of breastfeeding within 1 h of birth in South Asia encompassing Afghanistan, B...

BACKGROUND Breastfeeding is the basis for appropriate nutrition for infants and is strongly supported by the Ministry of Health in China. However, there are differences in infant feeding practices in different areas of the country. The aim of this study was to compare the infant feeding practices and the prevalence of determinants of initiation and continuing to breastfeed until six months of a...

Introduction: Breastfeeding is the healthiest and easily accessible nutrient to infants Malnutrition more prevalentin India inappropriate feeding practices are one of reason. So current study conducted estimate theprevalence early initiation exclusive beastfeeding factors influencing on these practices.Methods: A cross sectional was among 198 mothers children less than 24 months in field practi...