An estimation of the effect of finding nurses helpful on early breastfeeding exclusivity mediated via breastfeeding self-efficacy, using a counterfactual approach and G-computation

There is evidently a need for proper training for healthcare workers in supporting mothers and providing antenatal education and anticipatory guidance around breastfeeding given the impactful role they have on breastfeeding decision making. We recommend that interventions to promote breastfeeding exclusivity need to happen prior to delivery, or immediately upon delivery. Furthermore, all clinics need to enforce the BFHI immediately to provide mothers with a chance at exclusivity.