Table 4.

Reasons for breastfeeding cessation in the postpartum period as reported by mothers (percentages only refer to mothers who have stopped breastfeeding)

Reason for breastfeeding cessation	Percentage of mothers (%)
Not enough milk	48.5
Other1	29.3
Other medical reason2	13.5
Return to work	4.2
Sore/traumatized nipples	2.4
Mastitis	1.5
Obstructed mammary ducts	0.6

¹Includes fatigue, ablactation, general breastfeeding problems;

²Includes health problems of the infant, maternal health problems, medications received by the mother.