Publications by authors named "Jessica Mara Yaipupu"
BMJ Glob Health
August 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study examined the impact of early essential newborn care (EENC) policies and practices on breastfeeding outcomes in hospitals across East Asia and the Pacific.
- It involved 1,383 maternal interviews and assessments, showing that early skin-to-skin contact (SSC) significantly boosts exclusive breastfeeding rates, especially when lasting at least 90 minutes.
- Findings highlight the importance of supportive hospital environments—like rooming-in and absence of formula—to improve breastfeeding initiation and sustainability among newborns.
