Barriers to breastfeeding in Lebanon: A policy analysis

Journal of Public Health Policy
Chaza AkikCecile Knai

Abstract

Although the issue of breastfeeding in Lebanon has risen on the political agenda, the country does not meet international recommendations for early breastfeeding practices. This study analysed barriers to dissemination, implementation, and enforcement of key policies to improve early breastfeeding practices. We conducted interviews with stakeholders in breastfeeding policy in Lebanon and used a framework approach for analysing data. We found a disconnect between policy endorsement and translation on the ground, weak engagement of professional associations and governmental institutions, undue influence by the breast milk substitute industry, and competing priorities-most notably the current refugee crisis. This study highlights the potential policy opportunities to counter these barriers and points to the role of international organisations and grassroots advocacy in pushing, monitoring, and implementing policies that protect breastfeeding, where government capacity is limited, and the private sector is strong.

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Oct 24, 2019·PloS One·Tamar Kabakian-KhasholianMona Nabulsi
Sep 6, 2019·Maternal & Child Nutrition·Sara MoukarzelAlan J Daly
Jan 15, 2019·International Breastfeeding Journal·Sara MoukarzelAlan J Daly
Jul 3, 2021·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·Maya Abou JaoudeJessica S Gubbels
Aug 25, 2021·International Breastfeeding Journal·Cindy H HwangMija Ververs

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