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Relevant Population Characteristics for Breastfeeding at 3 months and 6 months

Relevant Population Characteristics

Breastfeeding for at least 6 months is more common among women who are White or non-Hispanic Asian, college-educated, and not enrolled in WIC. Mothers are more likely to continue to breastfeed beyond the newborn period if they are not employed outside the home, or if they work part-time. Employers are encouraged to implement workplace policies to protect and support breastfeeding mothers. Mothers are encouraged to discuss this with their employers.

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Women, Infants, and Children, Bureau of Maternal and Child Health, Division of Family Health and Preparedness, Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1013, Telephone: 1-877-WIC-KIDS, Fax: 801-272-3184, Website: wic.utah.gov, Contact: Phyllis Crowley, Email: pcrowley@utah.gov
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Content updated: Thu, 6 Feb 2025 13:01:20 MST