Table 4 Mothers’ reasons for considering non-exclusive breastfeeding during the first 6 months and planned breastmilk supplements
From: Factors associated with breastfeeding intent among mothers of newborn babies in Da Nang, Viet Nam
Reasons for considering non-excusive breastfeeding during the first 6 months (n = 64)* | First choice | Second choice** |
|---|---|---|
n (%) | n (%) | |
I think my breastmilk is unlikely to be enough and my child will be hungry | 39 (60.9) | 5 (50.0) |
I have to restart work and cannot continue exclusive breastfeeding | 11 (17.2) | 2 (20.0) |
I think my breastmilk does not provide all the necessary vitamins & supplements | 5 (7.8) | 3 (30.0) |
Othera | 9 (14.1) | NA |
Planned breastmilk supplements (n = 67)* | ||
Formula milk | 62 (91.1) | 4 (20.0) |
Water | 4 (5.9) | 5 (25.0) |
Vitamins & supplements | 0 | 1 (5.0) |
Herbal tea | 0 | 0 |
Solids | 1 (1.5) | 10 (50.0) |