Engaging mothers: Breastfeeding experiences recounted (EMBER). A pilot study

CONCLUSION: It is not completely understood why some mothers continue with their breastfeeding journey, whilst others discontinue earlier than they had planned. Women in this pilot study reported that support, acceptability of breastfeeding to their family and social circle, public breastfeeding, issues around infant sleep and maternal fatigue were all significant issues for them as they navigated breastfeeding for the first time.Findings from this pilot study will be used to inform the development of a larger study which will further explore women's decision making, as well as identify what supports are needed to improve women's experience of breastfeeding.PMID:29211390
Source: Breastfeeding Review - Category: Midwifery Authors: Source Type: research