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ArticleJournal of paediatrics and child health2025

Factors Associated With the Continuation of Breastfeeding Beyond 12 Months of Age in Brazilian Families.

Mirene Brandão de Paula, Melissa Moreira Mansur Clemente, Sabrine Teixeira Ferraz Grunewald

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Article in Journal of paediatrics and child health, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Mirene Brandão de PaulaFederal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Brazil.ORCID 0009-0008-1544-2449
Melissa Moreira Mansur ClementeFederal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Brazil.ORCID 0009-0000-5228-199X
Sabrine Teixeira Ferraz GrunewaldFederal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Brazil.ORCID 0000-0003-1288-1338

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Abstract

aimTo measure the prevalence of BF amongst Brazilian children aged 12-24 months, assess associated social determinants and evaluate the impact of maternal knowledge about its benefits.

methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted between September and December 2024, using an online questionnaire completed by Brazilian mothers with children aged 12-24 months. Sociodemographic data were collected, including maternal and child age, education level, marital status, ethnicity, household income and employment status. Additional information was gathered on prenatal care, breastfeeding within the first hour of life, guidance received on BF and factors related to the continuation/interruption of BF.

resultsOver 70% of the 403 mothers surveyed were breastfeeding beyond 12 months. The main influencing factors in the continuation of BF were knowledge of its benefits (87.6%) and personal desire (78.4%). Attending more than six prenatal visits, being aware of WHO recommendations and receiving guidance on the maternal benefits of BF and on milk expression/storage were significantly associated with breastfeeding beyond 12 months of age (p < 0.05). Having a younger child negatively impacted prolonged BF (p = 0.005).

conclusionsProlonged BF is influenced by multiple factors, and healthcare professionals can play a key role in promoting it by implementing health education strategies focused on the maternal benefits of breastfeeding and milk expression/storage. Ensuring adequate prenatal care and family planning is also essential.

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Breast FeedingHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeMothersAdultBrazilChild, PreschoolCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansInfantMaleSocioeconomic FactorsSurveys and QuestionnairesYoung Adultbreast feedinghealth educationmaternal and child healthweaning

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