Understanding the Interplay of Maternal Mental Health, Social Support, and Sociodemographic Factors in Promoting Exclusive Breastfeeding in Kinshasa
This study highlights the multifaceted challenges faced by mothers in Kinshasa regarding exclusive breastfeeding. By prioritizing husband involvement, nutritional counseling, and robust health-system engagement, we can create a more supportive framework for breastfeeding practices. Future research should focus on longitudinal approaches to understand the long-term impacts of these factors on breastfeeding and infant health. Additionally, exploring the potential benefits of integrated maternal health programs that address nutritional needs will be crucial in developing comprehensive support systems for new mothers.
Authors
- Pierre Akilimali (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3828-6214)
- Berthold Bondo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-9488-5118)
- Francis K. Kabasubabo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8842-688X)
- Din-Ar B. Batuli (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8825-3971)
- Gloria B. Bukasa
Institutions
- Inserm (FR)
- Kinshasa General Hospital (CD)
- University of Kinshasa (CD)
- Institut d’Epidémiologie Neurologique et de Neurologie Tropicale (FR)
- Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (FR)
- Université de Limoges (FR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Nutrients
- Published
- 2025-12-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/nu18010065
- Primary Topic
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00