The effect of a programme of organised and supervised peer support on the initiation and duration of breastfeeding

Background Peer support may improve breastfeeding rates but the evidence is inconclusive. Previous studies and reviews recommend trials in different healthcare settings. Aim To test if a specified programme of peer support affects the initiation and/or the duration of breastfeeding. Design of study A two-group randomised controlled trial of peer support for breastfeeding with evaluation of breastfeeding initiation and duration on an intention-totreat basis.