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- Title
Breastfeeding after Gestational Diabetes: Does Perceived Benefits Mediate the Relationship?
- Authors
Wallenborn, Jordyn T.; Perera, Robert A.; Masho, Saba W.
- Abstract
Introduction. Breastfeeding is recognized as one of the best ways to decrease infant mortality and morbidity. However, women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) may have breastfeeding barriers due to the increased risk of neonatal and pregnancy complications. While the prevalence of GDM is increasing worldwide, it is important to understand the full implications of GDM on breastfeeding outcomes. The current study aims to investigate the (1) direct effect of GDM on breastfeeding duration and (2) indirect effect of GDM on breastfeeding duration through perceived benefits of breastfeeding. Methods. Prospective cohort data from the Infant Feeding and Practices Study II was analyzed (N=4,902). Structural equation modeling estimated direct and indirect effects. Results. Perceived benefits of breastfeeding directly influenced breastfeeding duration (β=0.392, p≤0.001). GDM was not directly associated with breastfeeding duration or perceived benefits of breastfeeding. Similarly, GDM did not have an indirect effect on breastfeeding duration through perceived benefits of breastfeeding. Conclusions. Perceived benefits of breastfeeding are an important factor associated with breastfeeding duration. Maternal and child health care professionals should enhance breastfeeding education efforts.
- Subjects
BREASTFEEDING; GESTATIONAL diabetes; INFANT mortality; PREGNANCY complication risk factors; STRUCTURAL equation modeling; PREVENTION
- Publication
Journal of Pregnancy, 2017, p1
- ISSN
2090-2727
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1155/2017/9581796