Table 4 Comparison of type of childbirth, Apgar less than 7, intention to further childbearing and exclusive breastfeeding 4–6 weeks postpartum
Variable | WHO Recommendation | Routine Care | P-valuea |
|---|---|---|---|
(n = 53) | (n = 53) | ||
| Â | N (%) | N (%) | Â |
Type of childbirth | Â | Â | 0.838* |
Vaginal | 49 (90.7) | 50 (92.6) | Â |
Cesarean section | 5 (9.3) | 4 (7.4) | Â |
Apgar score less than 7 | Â | Â | 0.243* |
Yes | 0 | 3 (5.6) | Â |
No | 54 (100) | 51 (94.4) | Â |
Intention to further childbearing | Â | 0.115 | |
Yes | 27 (50.9) | 18 (34) | Â |
No | 26 (49.1) | 35 (66) | Â |
Breastfeeding in 4 to 6 weeks postpartum | Â | 0.473 | |
Yes | 44 (83) | 40 (75.5) | Â |
No | 9 (17) | 13 (24.5) | Â |