| Breastfeeding experiences of mothers from disadvantaged groups: a review. | |
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PMID: 20701189 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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Despite the World Health Organization promoting breastfeeding as the optimal feeding method for infants, the breastfeeding initiation rates within these disadvantaged groups' remains low. It is important to identify the factors that prevent these groups from initiating and establishing successful breastfeeding. This review aims to identify the breastfeeding experiences of teenage mothers and mothers from low income groups. Qualitative research papers were identified using electronic and manual searches by following a systematic methodology. Nine relevant articles were critically analysed using a qualitative Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool. Coding of the nine papers generated six themes. The benefits of breastfeeding known to these mothers were often superseded by the perceived barriers of breastfeeding, while the decision to breastfeed was frequently influenced by their social support network and prior exposure to breastfeeding. Disadvantaged mothers may require extra input and support to overcome any problems associated with breastfeeding. Developing healthcare professionals' capabilities to educate these disadvantaged groups, their social networks and the public about breastfeeding is crucial if it is to become established within our society. |
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Authors:
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Elizabeth MacGregor; Mark Hughes |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Community practitioner : the journal of the Community Practitioners' & Health Visitors' Association Volume: 83 ISSN: 1462-2815 ISO Abbreviation: Community Pract Publication Date: 2010 Jul |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-08-12 Completed Date: 2010-09-03 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9809060 Medline TA: Community Pract Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 30-3 Citation Subset: N |
Affiliation:
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Leicester Royal Infirmary. |
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Adolescent Adult Attitude to Health* Breast Feeding* / psychology, statistics & numerical data Female Great Britain Health Promotion Health Services Needs and Demand Humans Mothers* / education, psychology, statistics & numerical data Nursing Methodology Research Patient Education as Topic Qualitative Research Research Design Social Support Social Values Socioeconomic Factors Vulnerable Populations* / psychology, statistics & numerical data |
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