Exclusive Breastfeeding in Infants Linked to Family Food Security and Mother's Mental Health

The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) was 82.5% among mothers with infants aged 3 months.

• Significant associations were found between EBF and infant gender satisfaction, with a high odds ratio of 4.85.
• Economic satisfaction score was linked to EBF, showing a decrease in the likelihood of EBF as economic satisfaction decreased.
• Infant birth weight was significantly associated with EBF, indicating that higher birth weights may correlate with increased rates of EBF.
• Unwanted pregnancy was associated with EBF, suggesting a potential influence on breastfeeding practices.
• No significant associations were observed between EBF and factors such as household food security status or maternal postpartum depression.

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