Care after childbirth

One review in this section finds no evidence to recommend psychosocial interventions to prevent postpartum depression; the related commentary advises that efforts should be directed towards early detection of depression. With regard to breastfeeding, a review reports that, in under-resourced settings, breastfeeding education during the antenatal period delivered by multipurpose health-care workers chosen from the community can help with the early initiation of breastfeeding. Another review provides evidence for the effectiveness of both professional and lay support in promoting continued breastfeeding.