Table 3 Breastfeeding patterns (n = 782) in North Wollo zone, Northeastern Ethiopia, 2015
| Variables | Frequency (n) | Percent (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ever breastfeeding | ||
| Yes | 769 | 98.3 |
| No | 13 | 1.7 |
| Early initiation of breastfeeding | ||
| Yes | 601 | 78.2 |
| No | 168 | 21.8 |
| Prelacteal feeding | ||
| Yes | 83 | 10.8 |
| No | 686 | 89.2 |
| Colostrum feeding | ||
| Yes | 688 | 88.0 |
| No | 94 | 12.0 |
| Maternal awareness on advantages of colostrum | ||
| Yes | 504 | 64.5 |
| No | 278 | 35.5 |