Table 2 Knowledge about EBF among lactating mothers with HIV (N = 372)
Knowledge on EBF | Incorrect n (%) | Correct n (%) |
|---|---|---|
Is the early yellowish milk (colostrum) nutritious for the baby? | 119 (32.0) | 253 (68.0) |
Do you think breast milk alone is sufficient for the baby for 0–6 months? | 121 (32.5) | 251 (67.5) |
Should the baby be breastfed on demand? | 82 (22.0) | 290 (78.0) |
The appropriate time to start complementary foods is soon as the baby starts the seventh month? | 140 (37.6) | 232 (62.4) |
The child is supposed to be breastfed exclusively for 6 months | 117 (31.5) | 255 (68.5) |
Does breast milk protect the baby from infection/diseases? | 179 (48.1) | 193 (51.9) |
Does breast milk increase bonding between the mother and the baby? | 20 (5.4) | 352 (94.6) |
Is it true that breast milk is cheap and available? | 14 (3.8) | 358 (96.2) |
Exclusive breastfeeding act as a Contraception method? | 232 (62.4) | 140 (37.6) |
Exclusive breastfeeding maintains mothers body weight | 181 (48.7) | 191 (51.3) |
Exclusive breastfeeding prevents maternal breast cancer | 253 (68.0) | 119 (32.0) |
Exclusive breastfeeding means give only breast milk to an infant for 6 months of life and medicines if indicated | 156 (41.9) | 216 (58.1) |