Women’s Perceptions and Experiences of Breastfeeding: a scoping review of the literature

Beggs, Bridget; Koshy, Liza; Neiterman, Elena

doi:10.1186/s12889-021-12216-3

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“…Half of the participants described feeling honored to do whatever needed to be done to breastfeed and support their infants’ emotional and physical health, which is consistent with previous literature (Beggs et al, 2021; Jackson et al, 2019). A scoping review conducted by Beggs et al (2021) revealed the perceptions that “breast is best” and “breastmilk is best” were consistent motivations of mothers in their infant feeding choices. Breastfeeding helped the participants in the present study to combat some of the intrapersonal stigma they felt as a mother receiving MOUD.…”

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“…This article is intended solely for the personal use of the individual user and is not to be disseminated broadly. (Beggs et al, 2021;Jackson et al, 2019). A scoping review conducted by Beggs et al (2021) revealed the perceptions that "breast is best" and "breastmilk is best" were consistent motivations of mothers in their infant feeding choices.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…(Beggs et al, 2021;Jackson et al, 2019). A scoping review conducted by Beggs et al (2021) revealed the perceptions that "breast is best" and "breastmilk is best" were consistent motivations of mothers in their infant feeding choices. Breastfeeding helped the participants in the present study to combat some of the intrapersonal stigma they felt as a mother receiving MOUD.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Intersectional stigma and infant feeding in childbearing women with opioid use disorder.

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Cleveland²,

Spencer³

et al. 2023

Stigma and Health

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Opioid use disorder (OUD) in childbearing women is a complex multilayered public health concern that creates increased vulnerability for affected women and infants, placing them at risk for stigmatization. The role of intersectional stigma is not well understood in the context of OUD and mothering; however, it may have implications for health-related behaviors such as infant feeding. The aim of this study was to understand how intersecting stigmas influence the infant feeding choices of childbearing women with OUD. Using an intersectional lens, this study highlights how multiple stigmas related to their diagnosis and role as mothers converge and affect decisions regarding infant feeding. We conducted a secondary analysis of semistructured individual interviews from 14 participants who were mothers of infants treated for Newborn Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome. The original study was a qualitative, multiple case study analysis of infant feeding experiences of mothers receiving medication for OUD. Interview data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Three overarching themes revealed mothers' awareness of the stigma attached to mothering with OUD: (a) you have to go that extra mile, (b) everybody has their reasons, and (c) just do what you got to do. The mothers' assignment of good mothering behaviors based on infant feeding choice further underscored their perceived stigma. Understanding the intersections between OUD-related stigma within the context of mothering may provide opportunities to better support infant feeding choices in childbearing women with OUD.

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“…Factors such as insufficient maternal leave, lack of training from hospitals, maternal diseases and psychological problems, etc. discourage the practice of exclusive breastfeeding [ 5 ].…”

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The Association of Formula Protein Content and Growth in Early Infancy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Ren¹,

Li²,

Sun³

et al. 2022

Nutrients

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This systematic review aimed to examine differences in growth outcomes between breastfed infants and infants fed with formula with different protein/energy ratios during the first six months of life. We conducted a systematic review in the PubMed, Web of Science, and Springer databases. Twenty clinical trials qualified for inclusion. We extracted data about the growth outcomes of infants who were exclusive breastfed or exclusively infant formula fed in the first six months and used a meta-analysis to pool the finding data. We categorized study formulas into four groups according to their protein content: <1.8, 1.8–2.0, 2.1–2.2, and >2.2 g/100 kcal. In the first month of life, growth was not different between formula- and breastfed infants. During 2–3 months of life, growth was faster in infants who consumed formulas with protein contents higher than 2.0 g/100 kcal. After 3 months, formula-fed infants grew faster than breastfed infants. Our meta-analysis indicated that the growth outcomes of infants fed with infant formula with a relatively low protein/energy ratios, compared with that a relatively high protein/energy ratio, were close to those of breastfed infants.

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“…A woman’s decision to breastfeed is a process influenced by a myriad of factors which will determine both the initiation of breastfeeding, and the resilience allows for its maintenance in the face of adversities which may come about in a process that is generally idealized [ 9 ]. Despite being a personal decision, the woman will draw on all sources of experience and role models from everyone who is around her in order to choose one option or another [ 10 ].…”

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Perceptions of Mothers about Support and Self-Efficacy in Breastfeeding: A Qualitative Study

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Breastfeeding is a complex process influenced by different personal and social factors which will determine both the initiation and the resilience for its maintenance. The aim is to identify the beliefs and expectations of mothers concerning breastfeeding to determine the perception of their self-efficacy and the influence on the management of their babies’ feeding. A qualitative study through semi-structured interviews was carried out. The sample size was defined by the saturation criteria. Twenty-two women participated, eleven were from an urban environment and eleven were from a rural environment. Mothers’ knowledge of breastfeeding, their expectations of that process, their experience, and their strategies for overcoming problems associated with initiating, establishing, and continuing breastfeeding were influenced by the role of nurses and midwives in supporting their perception of self-efficacy. Likewise, maternity policies are important for the continuance of exclusive breastfeeding. This study shows the complexity of the initiation and establishment of breastfeeding and the existence of several social factors surrounding these moments. Furthermore, it demonstrates the importance and reference of nurses and midwives and the role of State maternity policies.

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Women’s Perceptions and Experiences of Breastfeeding: a scoping review of the literature

Cited by 45 publications

References 52 publications

Intersectional stigma and infant feeding in childbearing women with opioid use disorder.

Intersectional stigma and infant feeding in childbearing women with opioid use disorder.

The Association of Formula Protein Content and Growth in Early Infancy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Perceptions of Mothers about Support and Self-Efficacy in Breastfeeding: A Qualitative Study

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