Table 5 Distribution of method of feeding and difficulties mothers faced when breastfeeding in public places (n = 354)
Variables | n | % |
|---|---|---|
Type of feeding given to baby | ||
Breastfeeding or expressed breast milk mostly | 231 | 65 |
Feeds other than breast milk mostly | 123 | 35 |
Feeling embarrassed to breastfeed in public places | ||
Yes | 313 | 89 |
No | 26 | 7 |
Breastfed inside the private vehicle | 15 | 4 |
Availability of feeding corners in public places mothers visited | ||
Yes, most of the times | 242 | 69 |
Sometimes found | 97 | 27 |
Never | 15 | 4 |
Total | 354 | 100 |