The concept, importance and values of support during childbearing and breastfeeding – A discourse paper

AbstractBackgroundProfessional support in childbearing has beneficial effects on childbirth experience, interactions within the family, breastfeeding and medical outcomes. However, more knowledge is needed about prerequisites for professional support to be valuable and satisfactory during childbearing.AimThe aim of this discourse paper is to describe and explore prerequisites for professional support that are of value for women and their families during childbearing as well as how healthcare organizations can be formed to facilitate these prerequisites.DesignDiscourse paper.MethodsThis discourse paper is based on our own experiences and is supported by literature and theory.ResultsWell-functioning structures and processes facilitate professional support that leads to safe, secure, calm and prepared parents with the ability to handle the challenges of childbearing and parenting. When organizing care in childbearing, prerequisites for support needs must also be considered.
Source: Nursing Open - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: DISCURSIVE ARTICLE Source Type: research