Publication Name	World Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Manuscript ID	119451
Country	Ethiopia

Category	Pediatrics
Manuscript Type	Observational Study
Article Title	Breastfeeding techniques and associated factors among primiparous mothers: A multicenter health facility-based cross-sectional study in Northeast Ethiopia
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Mhret Bogale, Niguss Cherie, Getu Abeje, Samuel Berihun Dagnew, Agmas Wassie Abate and Melaku Mekonnen Agidew
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author	Melaku Mekonnen Agidew, Lecturer, Researcher, Department of Medical Biochemistry, College of Health Sciences, Debre Tabor University, P.O. Box 272, Debre Tabor 6300, Amhara, Ethiopia. agidewmelaku16@gmail.com
Key Words	Breastfeeding techniques; Primiparous mothers; Maternal factors; Infant feeding; Health facilities; Cross-sectional study
Core Tip	Effective breastfeeding techniques are crucial for infant nutrition but are often inadequately practiced, especially among first-time mothers. This multi-center study in Northeast Ethiopia found that less than half of primiparous mothers demonstrated correct techniques. Key factors influencing effective breastfeeding included antenatal and postnatal counseling, timely initiation, breast problems, and prior exposure to breastfeeding information. These findings highlight the need for targeted education and support interventions at health facilities to improve breastfeeding practices, which can ultimately enhance maternal and infant health outcomes in similar low-resource settings.
Citation	Bogale M, Cherie N, Abeje G, Dagnew SB, Abate AW, Agidew MM. Breastfeeding techniques and associated factors among primiparous mothers: A multicenter health facility-based cross-sectional study in Northeast Ethiopia. World J Obstet Gynecol 2026; In press

Received	2026-01-28 03:19
Peer-Review Started	2026-01-28 03:20
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-02-03 09:49
Return for Revision	2026-02-04 20:12
Revised	2026-02-07 06:47
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-03-11 02:35
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-11 06:27
Articles in Press	2026-03-11 06:27
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