Abstract
Background:Breastfeeding is a crucial strategy in improving child health and reducing infant mortality, but the majority of women still do not practise exclusive breastfeeding (EBF).Aims:This study aimed to assess the barriers to implementation of EBF among nursing women in Ibadan North, Nigeria.Methods:A cross-sectional design was used. A total of 210 nursing women were selected using a purposive sampling technique, in two health centres in Ibadan North, Nigeria. The study questionnaire had a reliability of 0.77. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and chi-square test.Findings:The main barriers reported were: occupation (90.00%), insufficient milk (71.43%), spouse's influence (66.19%), influence of extended family (62.38%) and inadequate time (54.76%). Participants with good knowledge of EBF were more likely to practise EBF.Conclusions:This study suggests a need for women to be empowered through informal education on the benefits of EBF. Regular prenatal counselling is advocated, both to enhance informed decision-making and to reduce infant mortality.
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