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Table 4 Information provided at the health center on exclusive breastfeeding (EBF)

From: Determinants of breastfeeding practice in Pujehun district, southern Sierra Leone: a mixed-method study

• Breastfeeding is good.

• Practice EBF for 6 months.

• Your baby will become healthy, strong, plump and intelligent.

• Your baby will not become malnourished.

• Your baby will not get sick.

• Do not nourish your baby with anything other than breast milk.

• Do not give your baby hot water, native herbs or other foods.

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International Breastfeeding Journal

ISSN: 1746-4358