Impact Factor
2.89
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
1.85
331 total citations
h5-index
25
h5 depth signal
Cited share
45.9%
85 of 185
Total citations
331
Citation footprint
Metric signal
1.90
External metric anchor
Self-citation
6.9%
23 self-citations
Citations Trend
Monthly Publications Cadence
Citing Geographic Demographics
United States
491
Canada
65
Turkey
65
Australia
60
China
45
Citing Fields of Research
Obstetrics/Gynecology
854
Nutrition & Dietetics
265
Healthcare Policy
126
Health Education & Remote Healthcare
47
Dairy & Animal Science
39
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
5,346
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
185
85 cited publications
Last 12 months
209
17.4 publications/month
Open access share
22.5%
47 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
United States
491 citing publications
Leading citing field
Obstetrics/Gynecology
854 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
12 October 2026
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v4n3,Sept. 1988-
v4n3,Sept. 1988-
v4n3,Sept. 1988-v15n4, Dec. 1999
Research Focus & Classification
Indexed Subjects
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Issuing & Sponsoring Bodies
Contributor
International Lactation Consultant Association
Broad Categories
Nursing
Obstetrics
Obstetrics/Gynecology
MeSH Descriptors
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.1177/08903344261488766
Open DOI
Relationships Between Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy, Confidence in Infant Care, and the Maternal Role: The Role of Excessive Postpartum Social Support in a Collectivist Cultural Context
Objective: Conducted within a collectivist cultural context, this study examined the relationships between breastfeeding self-efficacy, confidence in infant care, maternal role attainment, and excessive postpartum social support during t...
02
DOI 10.1177/08903344261479915
Open DOI
Feelings Toward Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Postpartum Women at a Baby-Friendly Health Facility in Peru
Background: The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative is a key global strategy to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. Understanding women’s emotional experiences within these settings is essential to improve breastfeeding support an...
03
DOI 10.1177/08903344261479885
Open DOI
Exploring Relationships Between Food Security Status, Infant Feeding Attitude and Breastfeeding Intention in Pregnant Women Attending a Health Care Facility in Cape Town, South Africa
Background: Breastmilk provides optimal infant nutrition and contributes to successful growth and development. Interlinked determinants influence breastfeeding attitude, intention, and duration. Research Aims: This study aimed to investi...
04
DOI 10.1177/08903344261476731
Open DOI
Nutritional Interventions for Weight Loss in Lactating Women: A Comprehensive Systematic Review of Clinical Trials
Background: Effective postpartum weight management is essential for maternal health, yet the impact of specific nutritional strategies during lactation remains poorly defined. Objectives: This systematic review evaluated the impact of nu...
05
DOI 10.1177/08903344261479906
Open DOI
Effectiveness of the Lactation Education Program on Breastfeeding Levels and Self-Efficacy Among Postnatal Mothers at a Tertiary Care Hospital, Puducherry
Background: Breast milk is the ideal food for infants. Breastfeeding self-efficacy strongly influences the initiation, exclusivity, and duration of breastfeeding. Low confidence often leads to early cessation, whereas structured educatio...
06
DOI 10.1177/08903344261479895
Open DOI
Factors Associated With Social Media Addiction, Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy, and Infant Care Information-Seeking Among Breastfeeding Mothers
Objective: This study examined social media addiction levels among breastfeeding mothers, breastfeeding self-efficacy, and factors associated with infant care information-seeking behaviors. Method: This cross-sectional, correlational stu...
07
DOI 10.1177/08903344261467238
Open DOI
Quality Improvement Initiative to Promote Exclusive Breastfeeding Through Antenatal Counseling and Structured Follow-Up Until 6 Months: A Tertiary Hospital Based and Community Follow-Up Study
Introduction: Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) is essential for infant survival and optimal growth; however, rates remain suboptimal due to sociocultural and health system barriers. The antenatal period offers a critical opportunity for str...
08
DOI 10.1177/08903344261470639
Open DOI
Knowledge and Compliance of the Health Workers on the International Code of Breastmilk Substitute (BMS Code) in Nigeria
Background: Despite global and national efforts to promote exclusive breastfeeding, rates remain below international targets, partly due to the marketing of breastmilk substitutes (BMS). Nigeria adopted the International Code of Marketin...
09
DOI 10.1177/08903344261475016
Open DOI
Expansion of a Breastfeeding Promotion Network for Sick Infants and Children Across 13 Health Service Regions in Thailand
Breastfeeding is a cost-effective intervention that improves survival and long-term health outcomes, yet policy mechanisms to support breastfeeding among medically ill infants and children are underdeveloped in many health systems. In Th...
10
DOI 10.1177/08903344261474490
Open DOI
Exploring the Efficacy and Safety of a Nursing Gel Formulation in Pregnant and Lactating Women With Cracked and Painful Nipples: An Open-Label, Single-Arm Clinical Study
Background: Breastfeeding women often experience nipple pain, usually caused by incorrect newborn positioning in the first 10 days after childbirth. Aim: To explore the efficacy and safety of a novel gel-based formulation in healthy preg...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
Description based on: Vol. 2, no. 2 (Sept. 1986); title from cover.
Place of publication varies.
Supplements accompany some vols.
Also issued online.