Attitude statements

Agree (%)

Neutral (%)

Disagree (%)

Mothers should breastfeed their babies within 1 hour after delivery

85.2

5.6

9.2

Breast milk should not be the first food given first to a child after delivery

8.4

2.9

88.7

Babies should be fed with colostrum

97.9

1.4

0.7

Colostrum helps the baby to fight against infections

97.9

2.1

-

Breast milk only is not sufficient for a baby in the first six months of life

8.5

6.3

85.2

Water should be given to babies below 6 months of age

12.7

16.2

71.1

Herbs/herbal drinks are beneficial to the health of babies especially in the first 6 months

1.4

4.9

93.7

Formula feeding is healthier and supplies more nourishment than breastfeeding for babies below 6 months

3.5

4.9

91.5

The size of the breast determines the amount of breast milk produced

9.9

7.0

83.1

Breastfeeding should not be continued when semi-solid or solid foods are introduced

14.8

6.3

78.9

Other foods (semi-solid) should be introduced to a child from 6 months.

86.7

3.5

9.8

Breastfeeding in the public is embarrassing therefore should be discouraged.

13.4

7.0

79.6

Breastfeeding helps a mother to feel closer to her baby.

92.3

2.8

4.9

Husband/Partner should play a supportive role in breastfeeding

90.9

4.9

4.2