Prevalence and Contributing Factors of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding (EIBF) in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

By:
Solomon Demis Kebede, Elizabeth M. Forster, Kindu Agmas, Tigabu Munye Aytenew, Debra K. Creedy
Date:
2025
Resource type:
Peer review
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Prevalence and Contributing Factors of Early Initiation of Breastfeeding (EIBF)…

Combining 22 studies (39,316 participants), the pooled EIBF rate was 67.4%. Urban residence, facility delivery, antenatal care, and absence of prelacteal feeding were strong predictors. Policies should strengthen counseling and rural outreach.