Cambodian Refugee Breastfeeding Practices

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It’s always interesting to me to notice both the similarities and the unique challenges that breastfeeding mothers from different cultures face.

http://www.internationalbreastfeedingjournal.com/content/3/1/2/abstract

Results:
All participants practiced either traditional Cambodian diet (pregnancy and postpartum diet including, tnam sraa, herbs mixed with either wine or tea), traditional Cambodian rituals (like spung, amodified sauna) or both, despite having lived in the U.S. for many years. All nine women initiated breastfeeding, however eight women introduced infant formula while in hospital. Perceived low milk supply and returning to work were the main reasons cited for partial breastfeeding and early cessation of breastfeeding.