Breastfeeding Challenges Experienced by Mothers Following Multiple Births-a Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis of Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed-Methods Studies.

Breastfeeding is vital for infant nutrition, especially for multiple babies (twins) born prematurely, yet breastfeeding rates among mothers of twins are lower compared with mothers of singleton babies. This review presents a synthesis of research findings on breastfeeding challenges experienced by mothers following twins' births. The electronic databases of CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, EMBASE, and Web of Science were systematically searched in August 2023.

A Narrative Review of Strategies to Optimize Breastfeeding Among Mothers of Twins.

The global incidence of twin births has substantially increased in recent decades. Twin pregnancies are inherently associated with higher obstetric risks, often resulting in preterm birth and low birth weight, both of which frequently necessitate neonatal intensive care (NICU) interventions. Such interventions can significantly disrupt early breastfeeding practices, contributing to lower exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates in twins as compared to singletons.

Depression and stigma experience among patients with tuberculosis in urban and rural settings.

Background: Tuberculosis is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the globe. The most common infectious disease-related death in the world is tuberculosis. In 2020, an estimated 9.

Breastfeeding Practices in the Twin Town of India - A Cross-Sectional Study.

The global rise in twinning rates poses health challenges due to increased risks for infants and mothers. Despite the benefits, breastfeeding rates among multiples are low, with exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) particularly scarce compared to singletons. Our study focuses on the mothers of twins in a unique population in Kodinhi village, Kerala, India, known for its high twinning rates, which aims to contribute to existing knowledge of breastfeeding practices and perspectives in a high twinning environment and offer valuable insights to promote optimal breastfeeding among mothers of twins.

Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome complicating infective endocarditis - case report.

A 37-year-old lady with infective endocarditis of the mitral valve presented in congestive cardiac failure. However, the clinical scenario became complicated when she was also found to have antiphospholipid antibody syndrome. Meticulous optimization and timely surgical intervention by a multidisciplinary team helped mitigate this not so common situation and lead to successful outcome.