An examination of attitudes, knowledge, and clinical practices among Pennsylvania pediatricians regarding breastfeeding and smoking.

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Authors

Bogen DL, Colborn K, Davies ED, Barnhart WC, Lucero CA, Moss DR

Affiliation

Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213, USA.

Abstract

The most recent American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement clearly supports breastfeeding for smoking mothers. The impact of this recommendation on pediatricians' counseling and prescribing practices is unclear. This study describes Pennsylvania pediatricians' attitudes, knowledge, and practices regarding breastfeeding, maternal smoking, and smoking cessation.

PMID
19210131

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural