Table 3 Attitudes toward breastfeeding and breastfeeding habits (N = 65)
Variables | n (%) |
|---|---|
Intention to exclusively breastfeed | 58 (89) |
Prenatal preparations for breastfeeding | 60 (92) |
Previous lactation experience | 21 (32) |
Parenting assistant during maternity leave | 46 (71) |
Supported by family members | 62 (95) |
Method of breastfeeding during maternity leave (n = 63) | |
 Direct breastfeeding | 53 (84) |
 Breast pumping only | 10 (16) |
Average stress scores (range 1–5), mean (standard deviation) | 3.28 (1.19) |