Protections and Social Support of Exclusive Breastfeeding for Mothers with COVID-19: Message for Health Promotion during the Pandemic

Introduction: the covid-19 pandemic is a concern regarding the potential failure of exclusive breastfeeding in mothers with covid-19. this study reviews previous research describing the protective and social support practices of exclusive breastfeeding in mothers with covid-19.methods: a systematic search was conducted in march-june 2021 using databases such as scopus and pubmed with a deadline of 2020-2021 that met the inclusion criteria. 462 articles which were then entered in the elimination stage until the final 16 articles were eligible for a full text review. study quality was assessed using the newcastle-ottawa scale (nos).results: we identified 16 studies reporting 1,865 cases of maternal infection with covid-19. an overview of breastfeeding protection practices is carried out through rooming-in and post-delivery skin contact. this practice includes implementing strict precautions such as wearing a mask, social distancing, and maintaining hand and breast hygiene. all babies born to mothers who practice breastfeeding protection are not infected with covid-19. social support from health workers, families and health care management cannot be overlooked in ensuring breastfeeding continues and precautions are followed. conclusion: in mothers with covid-19 breastfeeding is still recommended but must be supported by strict health protocols. social support cannot be neglected to protect exclusive breastfeeding practices and ensure that covid-19 precautions are adhered to.