Prospective Study
Copyright ©The Author(s) 2016.
World J Clin Pediatr. Aug 8, 2016; 5(3): 349-357
Published online Aug 8, 2016. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.v5.i3.349
Table 4 Reasons for breastfeeding cessation in the postpartum period as reported by mothers (percentages only refer to mothers who have stopped breastfeeding)
Reason for breastfeeding cessationPercentage of mothers (%)
Not enough milk48.5
Other129.3
Other medical reason213.5
Return to work4.2
Sore/traumatized nipples2.4
Mastitis1.5
Obstructed mammary ducts0.6