This journal publishes research on breastfeeding, including its duration, exclusivity, and impact on infant and maternal health. It covers topics such as breastfeeding support services, the role of human milk banks, factors influencing breastfeeding practices in various contexts like conflict zones and hospital settings, and the effects of maternal health and lifestyle on milk composition. The journal also explores challenges and facilitators to breastfeeding, including return to work, medication use during lactation, and the use of donor human milk.
British Library; Koninklijke Bibliotheek, CLOCKSS, LOCKSS, Portico, PMC
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Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Times cited
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Obstetrics and GynecologyQ1
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child HealthQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Obstetrics & GynecologyPediatrics
Scopus Categories
Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child HealthObstetrics and Gynecology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Breastfeeding Practices and InfluencesMaternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and PostpartumChild Nutrition and Water AccessInfant Nutrition and HealthInfant Development and Preterm CareGlobal Maternal and Child HealthGestational Diabetes Research and ManagementCOVID-19 Impact on ReproductionMaternal and Perinatal Health InterventionsChild Nutrition and Feeding Issues