Association between early initiation of breastfeeding and reduced risk of respiratory infection : implications for nonseparation of infant and mother in the COVID-19 context

Bindi Borg; Karleen Gribble; Karan Courtney-Haag; Kedar R. Parajuli; Seema Mihrshahi

doi:10.1111/mcn.13328

Association between early initiation of breastfeeding and reduced risk of respiratory infection : implications for nonseparation of infant and mother in the COVID-19 context

Bindi Borg, Karleen Gribble, Karan Courtney-Haag, Kedar R. Parajuli, Seema Mihrshahi

Western Sydney University

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Early initiation of breastfeeding, within 1 h of birth, is vital for the health of newborns and reduces morbidity and mortality. Secondary analysis of the 2016 Nepal Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) showed that early initiation of breastfeeding significantly reduced the risk of acute respiratory infection (ARI) in children under 2 years. Early initiation of breastfeeding requires maternal proximity. Separation of infant and mother inhibits early initiation of breastfeeding and increases the risk that infants will suffer from ARIs. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, guidance varied, with some recommending that infants and mothers with SARS-CoV-2 be isolated from one another. Nepal's Ministry of Health and Population recommended nonseparation, but the adherence to this guidance was inconsistent. Maternal proximity, nonseparation and early initiation of breastfeeding should be promoted in all birthing facilities.

Original language	English
Article number	e13328
Number of pages	6
Journal	Maternal and Child Nutrition
Volume	18
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/mcn.13328
Publication status	Published - Jul 2022

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