Breastfeeding in Iran: prevalence, duration and current recommendations

• Main Authors: Strandvik Birgitta (Author), Heidarzadeh Abtin (Author), Farivar Khalil (Author), Olang Beheshteh (Author), Yngve Agneta (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2009-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The need to promote breastfeeding is unquestionable for the health and development of infants. The aim of this study was to investigate prevalence, duration and promotion of breastfeeding status in Iran with respect to the Baby Frien...