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Journal of Human Lactation, Vol. 17, No. 4, 298-303 (2001)
DOI: 10.1177/089033440101700403

Breastfeeding Knowledge and Beliefs Among Adults in Eastern Tobago

Adelia C. Bovell-Benjamin, PhD

Tobago Breastfeeding Initiative.; 300-A Campbell Hall, Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL36088, USA.

William Benjamin, MPhil

Tobago Development Foundation, Scarborough, Tobago.

Marsha Ivey, MS

Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of the West Indies, Trinidad.

Donald T. Simeon, PhD

Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of the West Indies, Trinidad.

Using a cross-sectional survey, the knowledge and beliefs about breastfeeding were evaluated among adults in Eastern Tobago (N = 509). Of the respondents, 95%, 69%, and 48% indicated that a baby should be exclusively breastfed at birth, 3 months, and 6 months, respectively. The baby's mother was thought to have the greatest influence on breastfeeding decisions. Of the respondents, 63% and 80% were unaware of expressed breast milk and cup-feeding a neonate, whereas 82% believed that a solely breastfed baby should receive water. Additionally, 23% and 44% felt that breastfeeding should be terminated before 6 months and between 6 and 12 months, respectively. Inadequate maternal nutrition and employment were reported as the principal factors affecting breastfeeding. There is a lack of knowledge about the anatomy and physiology of lactation and about the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding. These findings are useful for guiding the development and implementation of interventions to promote breastfeeding in Tobago.

Key Words: breastfeeding • maternal employment • expressed breast milk


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