Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding exclusive breastfeeding among HIV‐positive mothers in Uganda: A qualitative study

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 888-896
Author(s):  
Emily Operto
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Hiv Positive Mothers ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices of HIV-positive mothers regarding the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding at a regional hospital in the north east of Namibia

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Opotamutale Ashipala ◽  
Getruida Shikukumwa ◽  
Medusalem Hangula Joel
Keyword(s):  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
North East ◽  
Hiv Positive Mothers ◽  
Mother To Child ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: In sub-Saharan Africa, over 1,000 newborns are infected with HIV every day, despite available medical in- terventions. Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) remains one of the primary sources of HIV infection in children and without interventions 40% of babies born from HIV-positive mothers would be infected with the virus. It is estimated that 300 000 children become infected with HIV worldwide, whilst 1.5 million children die when their mothers opt for other choices instead of breastfeeding. Objective: The purpose of the study was to assess and describe the knowledge, attitudes and practices of HIV-positive mothers regarding the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding at Rundu Intermediate Hospital, Kavango East Region in Namibia. Method: The study was a descriptive cross-sectional survey that used convenience sampling, as the researcher sought to use subjects available during the time of study to select 79 HIV positive mothers. Results: Participants in this study (94%; n=51) had good knowledge of the benefit of exclusive breastfeeding and that the benefits of breastfeeding outweigh the risk of HIV transmission from mother to child. The results confirmed that (77.2%; n=42) of the mothers opted to take ART with the babies until they stop breastfeeding. Conclusion: HIV positive mothers had good knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding the benefits of exclusive breast- feeding. A significant number of mothers were, however, not sure about breastfeeding exclusively for 6 months as they would stop if offered free formula milk for the baby. Support by the fathers and others in the community is vital. Keywords: Knowledge; HIV; breastfeeding; attitudes; practices; HIV-positive mothers; Namibia.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude and practice of infant feeding in the first 6 months among HIV-positive mothers at the Queen Mamohato Memorial hospital clinics, Maseru, Lesotho

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen O. Olorunfemi ◽  
Lilian Dudley
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Child Transmission ◽  
Pmtct Programme ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Hiv Positive Mothers ◽  
Mother To Child ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: The balance between the risks of transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) through breastfeeding and its life-saving benefits complicates decisions about infant feeding among HIV-positive mothers in the first 6 months.Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of infant feeding among HIV-positive mothers attending the prevention of mother-to-child transmission services in Maseru, Lesotho.Method and setting: This observational cross-sectional study was done by collecting data from HIV-positive mothers attending the filter clinics of Queen Mamohato Memorial hospital in Maseru, Lesotho. HIV-positive mothers with infants below the age of 6 months attending the clinics at the time of the study were interviewed using a standardised questionnaire. We described the sociodemographic profile of the mothers, the information and education received on prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) infant feeding options, the mothers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices of infant feeding, and assessed risk factors for improved knowledge, attitudes and practices. Results: The majority (96%) of the 191 HIV-positive mothers who participated in the survey knew about the PMTCT programme and related breastfeeding services. Most of the participants chose to breastfeed (89%), while only 8% formula-fed their infants. Knowledge received during the PMTCT programme was significantly associated with the decision to exclusively breastfeed their infants. Earlier infant feeding counselling and education was associated with more exclusively breastfeeding as compared to late infant feeding counselling (p < 0.001). Conclusion: The study found that HIV-positive mothers attending health clinics in Maseru, Lesotho, had high knowledge, and appropriate attitudes and practices with respect to infant feeding; and that early counselling and education improved infant feeding methods among these mothers.

scholarly journals Realities and challenges of breastfeeding policy in the context of HIV: a qualitative study on community perspectives on facilitators and barriers related to breastfeeding among HIV positive mothers in Baringo County, Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Betty Mogesi Samburu ◽  
Judith Kimiywe ◽  
Sera Lewise Young ◽  
Frederick Murunga Wekesah ◽  
Milka Njeri Wanjohi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Male Involvement ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Antiretroviral Drugs ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Community Perspectives ◽  
Hiv Positive Mothers ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers

Abstract Background Although recent policies have sought to increase the rates of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) and continued breastfeeding for HIV exposed infants, few programs have considered the multiple social and cultural barriers to the practice. Therefore, to generate evidence for exclusive and continued breastfeeding policies in Kenya, we examined community perspectives on the facilitators and barriers in adherence to EBF for the HIV positive mothers. Methods Qualitative research was conducted in Koibatek, a sub-County in Baringo County Kenya, in August 2014 among 205 respondents. A total of 14 focus group discussions (n = 177), 14 In-depth Interviews and 16 key informant interviews were conducted. Transcribed data was analyzed thematically. NVivo version 10.0 computer qualitative software program was used to manage and facilitate the analysis. Results Facilitators to exclusive breastfeeding were perceived to include counselling at the health facility, desire to have a healthy baby, use of antiretroviral drugs and health benefits associated with breastmilk. Barriers to EBF included poor dissemination of policies, knowledge gap, misinterpretation of EBF, inadequate counselling, attitude of mother and health workers due to fear of vertical HIV transmission, stigma related to misconception and misinformation that EBF is only compulsory for HIV positive mothers, stigma related to HIV and disclosure, social pressure, lack of male involvement, cultural practices and traditions, employment, food insecurity. Conclusions There are multiple facilitators and barriers of optimal breastfeeding that needs a holistic approach to interventions aimed at achieving elimination of mother to child transmission. Extension of infant feeding support in the context of HIV to the community while building on existing interventions such as the Baby Friendly Community Initiative is key to providing confidential support services for the additional needs faced by HIV positive mothers.

scholarly journals A qualitative study exploring infant feeding decision‐making between birth and 6 months among HIV‐positive mothers

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. e12726 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christiane Horwood ◽  
Ngcwalisa Amanda Jama ◽  
Lyn Haskins ◽  
Anna Coutsoudis ◽  
Lenore Spies
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Hiv Positive Mothers ◽  
Feeding Decision
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