Background: Although the impact of maternal anemia on adverse maternal outcomes is well established, its relationship with breastfeeding and maternal mental well-being remains insufficiently characterized. Research Aims: This study aimed to examine the association between anemia severity in the third trimester and early breastfeeding outcomes and postpartum depressive symptoms. Methods: This retrospective comparative observational study included pregnant patients with hemoglobin concentrations of 10 ( P = 0.043). Conclusion: Greater anemia severity in late pregnancy was associated with poorer breastfeeding outcomes and higher postpartum depressive symptom scores. These findings underscore the need for continued investigation and clinical attention to anemia identification and management during pregnancy.
Shqara et al. (Sat,) studied this question.