The Role of Early Maternal Support in Balancing Full-Time Work and Infant Exclusive Breastfeeding: A Qualitative Study

Pounds, Lea; Fisher, Christopher; Barnes–Josiah, Debora; Coleman, Jason D.; Lefebvre, R. Craig

doi:10.1089/bfm.2016.0151

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“…For example, recent literature suggests that the timing of support for breastfeeding is key when returning to the workplace. 31 In addition, future research can continue to build on a nuanced consideration of feeding method to differentiate the extent to which different methods are used (i.e., amount of formula versus HM feeding for the combined-fed group, ratio of feeding directly from the breast versus expressed HM) in a dose-response relationship with sources of information and support.…”

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Sources of Information and Support for Breastfeeding: Alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strategies

Sutter

Fiese

Lundquist

et al. 2018

Breastfeeding Medicine

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Background and Objectives: Research consistently supports health benefits of breastfeeding; however, rates in the United States remain below Healthy People 2020 goals. To increase breastfeeding, information and support are needed from multiple sources. Given differences in breastfeeding rates by demographic characteristics, sources of information and support may also differ. In addition, recent research suggests potential differences in health outcomes related to feeding method (direct breastfeeding only, feeding expressed human milk, combination-feeding with formula). This study examined (1) information and support received within Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-defined strategies for supporting breastfeeding mothers, (2) differences in rates of information and support received by demographics, and (3) associations with feeding method at 6 weeks postpartum. Materials and Methods: A sample of 447 women participating in the Synergistic Theory Research Obesity and Nutrition Group (STRONG) Kids 2 study completed surveys with questions from the CDC Survey on Infant Feeding Practices II related to sources of information and support for breastfeeding and breast pump use, and about demographics and feeding method at 6 weeks postpartum. Results: Frequencies of supports received within each category indicate that professional supports were the most pervasive, followed by support from friends and relatives. However, women at greater risk for breastfeeding cessation (lower education, Women, Infants, and Children participants, single mothers) received information and support at lower rates. Education and information support was the only source significantly associated with feeding method. Conclusion: New approaches are needed to increase efficacy of information delivery, especially for at-risk populations, to better meet CDC recommendations.

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Sources of Information and Support for Breastfeeding: Alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strategies

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Lundquist

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“…The feeling of being supported in harsh conditions is created when "perceived social support" is increased, in this regard in Premji study that explores mothers' experience of caring for their late preterm infants in the community, fathers, family, and friends provided important sources of social and emotional support to mothers [18]. The need for social support is also seen in other aspects of the postpartum phase, such as breastfeeding, as the Pounds study emphasizes that the partners, close friends, and family members are most likely to form the support system when the mother is experiencing an episode of acute need [19].…”

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“…A [15][16][17][18][19][20] year-old mother with a neurological disorder who was admitted to the intensive care unit due to a coma says:…”

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Perceived Support in the Shadow of Death: Near-Miss Mothers' Experience of Being Supported

Abdollahpour¹,

Heydari²,

Ebrahimipour³

et al. 2020

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Background: A maternal near miss (MNM) is an event in which a pregnant woman comes close to maternal death, but does not die. The aim of this study was therefore to understanding meaning of NMM lived experiences of being supported on the social and cultural context of Iran. Methods: This qualitative study utilized a hermeneutic phenomenology study. The study was conducted in in multicenter hospitals, where usually handle the NMMs. The sampling was purposeful with maximum variation of eleven NMM. Data collection used unstructured in-depth interview that analyzed with Diekelmann, Allen, and Tanner analysis approach. Results: The two main themes emerging from the data were "Perceived Social Support" and "Perceived Care Support". 910 code, eleven sub sub-theme, six sub-themes emerged, and they were grouped into two themes that help us to understand the experience of MNM mothers from supporting. Conclusions: Findings demonstrate that mother's experience of supporting, can be effective in reducing the psychological-emotional, social, economic, and cultural burden of pregnancy and childbirth complications, and future planning should aim to reduce such complications based on mother’s support. Therefore, targeted training programs, especially for the spouse, family, and medical team can be of great help to millions of near-miss mothers.

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“…''-Mother 3 Recent research and national guidelines to promote and support breastfeeding acknowledge the additional support needed for working mothers who wish to continue to breastfeed. 9,22 Mothers' responses highlight a complicated relationship where childcare as a new routine is established and emphasize the time surrounding the transition to childcare as a key window of opportunity where improved supports could be offered from childcare providers. For example, when asked to describe their experiences with breastfeeding and childcare, one mother explained the following: Pumping was harder and more time-consuming than mothers expected it to be and they discussed the challenges of managing the extra work pumping and supplying breast milk for childcare required: ''I didn't think I would (breastfeed) after she was put in daycare just because I had already heard it was so difficult and then to put pumping on top of it, I thought, would make it even more difficult, so at first, I had planned on just stopping whenever I went back to work.…”

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An Exploratory Look at the Role of Childcare Providers as a Support and Resource for Breastfeeding Mothers

Lundquist

McBride

Donovan

et al. 2019

Breastfeeding Medicine

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Introduction: The childcare setting remains largely unexplored as a potential barrier to breastfeeding continuation and, therefore, the lack of interventions targeting childcare providers may be a missed opportunity for improved breastfeeding support. This article explores the perceptions of 25 first-time breastfeeding mothers on navigating the critical transition to childcare and the role of childcare providers regarding breastfeeding support. Methods: Mothers were selected if they indicated an intent to breastfeed on a prenatal questionnaire and had enrolled their child in childcare. Semistructured interviews guided by Bronfenbrenner's bioecological model were conducted to capture mothers' experiences. Responses were analyzed utilizing thematic analysis to generate themes rooted in mothers' experiences with childcare and breastfeeding. Results: A thematic analysis resulted in three key themes: Providers are not Critically Evaluated, A Stressful Transition, and Childcare as a Service, not Support. These themes indicated that although mothers intended to continue breastfeeding during and after the transition to childcare, they had not previously given much consideration to the childcare setting beyond that of a service provider. Conclusion: Findings illustrate new considerations to support modern breastfeeding mothers through the transition to work and childcare are needed such as basic and practical education and training to prepare childcare providers to support breastfeeding mothers in the way that best meets their needs, enhanced education for mothers on how to seek and evaluate providers for breastfeeding competence, and policy initiatives focused on fostering engagement between mothers and providers. By taking mothers' perceptions into consideration, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers can offer breastfeeding support that mothers will be receptive to and more likely to engage with, thereby advancing the health of both mothers and infants.

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The Role of Early Maternal Support in Balancing Full-Time Work and Infant Exclusive Breastfeeding: A Qualitative Study

Abstract: The research invites further exploration into the relationship between breastfeeding support provided by mothers' support system, including healthcare professionals, during the postpartum period and rates of breastfeeding duration and exclusivity.

Cited by 24 publications

References 19 publications

Sources of Information and Support for Breastfeeding: Alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strategies

Sources of Information and Support for Breastfeeding: Alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strategies

Perceived Support in the Shadow of Death: Near-Miss Mothers' Experience of Being Supported

An Exploratory Look at the Role of Childcare Providers as a Support and Resource for Breastfeeding Mothers

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