Case Studies
Perceived Insufficient Milk Supply (PIMS) – Systematic Review
“At different periods after delivery, approximately 50 % of mothers reported PIMS as the reason for stopping breastfeeding…” PMC This closely mirrors your script line and is strongly defensible — it demonstrates that around half of mothers cite insufficient milk as a key barrier to maintaining breastfeeding.
Maternal Perceptions of Insufficient Milk Supply
“A large percentage of women reported insufficient milk supply as the most common problem with breastfeeding and the primary reason for early cessation. … rates of PIM ranged from 30% to 80%” PMC You could highlight a middle-range figure like “about 35–56 %”, reinforcing that inadequate milk supply is a frequently reported problem leading to early weaning.
Healthcare Worker Perspectives in Malawi (LMIC Context)
“Human milk insufficiency… identified as a prevalent concern in 60–90 % of women in low-and-middle-income countries.” PMC While higher than “nearly half,” this statistic underscores how widespread the issue is in similar contexts — and arguably strengthens the emotional resonance of your message, especially if you're speaking to audiences in similar environments.