Table 5 Factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding at > 3–6 months and breastfeeding at > 12–24 months, using log binomial regression
Variable | EBF > 3–6 months Adjusted Prevalence Ratio (95% CI), N = 167 | BF > 12–24 months Adjusted Prevalence Ratio (95% CI), N = 333 |
|---|---|---|
Maternal HIV status Negative Positive | Ref 3.84 (1.55, 9.53) | Ref 0.42 (0.27, 0.63) |
Income source Employed Dependent Government grant | 1.41 (0.77, 2.59) Ref Not fitted | 1.14 (0.88, 1.47) Ref Not fitted |
Partner HIV status Positive Negative Don’t know | 1.18 (0.74, 1.89) Ref Not fitted | 0.99 (0.77, 1.27) Ref Not fitted |
Maternal education ≤ Secondary Tertiary education | Ref 0.98 (0.34, 2.78) | Ref 0.75 (0.41, 1.34) |
Maternal age 15-24years > 24 years | Ref 1.00 (0.41, 2.45) | Ref 1.23 (0.83, 1.80) |
Marital status Married/living with partner Not married | Ref 1.07 (0.42, 2.23) | Ref 0.66 (0.47, 0.92) |