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Influence of socioeconomic factors on breastfeeding adherence in a group of diabetic women
Haifa Abdesselem 1 , Chaima Sdiri 1 , Emna Bornaz 1 , Fatma Boukhayatia 1 , Asma Ben Brahim 1 , Rym Yahyaoui 1 , Kamilia Ounaissa 1 & Chiraz Amrouche 1
1National Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology, Department of Nutritional Diseases (D), Tunis, Tunisia
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Introduction: Several international programs support breastfeeding among the general population and vulnerable groups, such as diabetic women, in order to increase the prevalence of breastfeeding. The aim of our study was to determine the impact of socioeconomic factors on breastfeeding adherence among diabetic women.
Methods: We conducted a descriptive observational cross-sectional study involving 52 patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who attended the Nutrition “D” Department at the National Institute of Nutrition of Tunis, two months after childbirth. We asked each patient about their socioeconomic conditions and breastfeeding practices.
Results: The mean age of our patients was 35±0.4 years [ext: 23-44]. The majority (80%) had type 2 diabetes, while 20% had type 1 diabetes. Two months after childbirth, the rates of exclusive and partial breastfeeding were found to be 44% and 33%, respectively. Most women (63%) had a moderate socioeconomic level, while 31% had a low socioeconomic level. Rural residency was found in 10% of cases. Sixty-three percent of the patients were unemployed. Only 42% of those who were working had returned to work two months after childbirth. Husband encouragement of breastfeeding was observed in 77% of cases. Not returning to work and receiving support from the husband for breastfeeding were associated with higher breastfeeding rates (P = 0.007 and P<0.001, respectively).
Conclusion: In summary, socioeconomic factors are crucial in determining whether diabetic women can successfully adhere to breastfeeding practices. Addressing these factors through policy interventions and community support programs could improve breastfeeding rates among this population.
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