Delayed Onset Lactogenesis II and Breastfeeding Outcomes

What is it about?

We evaluated the association between delayed lactogenesis II (>3 days postpartum; DLII) and the cessation of any and exclusive breastfeeding at 4-weeks postpartum. DLII was associated with cessation of any and exclusive breastfeeding at 4-weeks postpartum; numerous independent risk factors were associated with the outcomes of interest.

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Why is it important?

Women experiencing DLII may be less able to sustain any and/or exclusive breastfeeding in the early postpartum period. These findings have significant clinical and programmatic implications. Routine assessment of DLII in postpartum breastfeeding follow-up is warranted, and women with DLII may benefit from additional early postpartum interventions to support favorable breastfeeding outcomes.