Effectiveness of layperson-based interventions in promoting exclusive breastfeeding: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: The objective of this study is to determine the effectiveness of layperson-based interventions in sustaining exclusive breastfeeding and to identify the optimal characteristics of such layperson-led strategies for promoting exclusive breastfeeding.

Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted using a comprehensive search in seven electronic databases from their inception to January 2024. Two independent reviewers assessed the risk of bias using version 2 of the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool for randomized trials.

South Asian women's views on and experiences of maternity care services in Hong Kong: A qualitative study.

Background: Health disparities among ethnic minority and migrant women can lead to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes. This study explores the maternity care experiences of South Asian women in Hong Kong, providing insights for woman-centred and culturally responsive care in the East Asia.

Objective: To understand South Asian women's views and experiences regarding maternity care services in Hong Kong.