[Breast-feeding and the mother's sentiment towards child rearing. Analysis of database on health checkups].

Objectives: This study aimed to identify the breast-feeding rate and associated factors and to get better understanding on the mother's sentiment towards child rearing due to differences in feeding methods. This information can be used as primary sources providing effective support through community-based health care for mothers and infants.

Methods: The study was carried out in Osaka city from April 2005 to December 2009.