Effect of Follow-Up Intervals on Breastfeeding Rates 5-6 Months Postpartum: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Objective: To compare the effect of early versus traditional postpartum follow-up intervals on breastfeeding continuation rates 6 months postpartum.

Methods: This randomized controlled trial enrolled primiparous women planning to breastfeed to a postpartum appointment either 2-3 weeks or 6-8 weeks after delivery. The primary outcome was the breastfeeding rate in each group 5-6 months after delivery.

Women's Health and Contraceptive Practices of Army Physician Assistants.

Introduction: Women's roles continue to increase within the U.S. Army.