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Reasons for not giving exclusive breastfeeding (n=93)
| Reason | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|
| Lack of knowledge on exclusive breastfeeding | 24 (26) |
| Lack of knowledge about the starting age of complementary feeding | 16 (17) |
| Do not produce enough breastmilk | 20 (21) |
| Sickness of mother | 26 (28) |
| Others | 7 (8) |
