A concept analysis of effective breastfeeding
1University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 53201-0143, USA. pjmulder@uwm.edu
Summary
Effective breastfeeding involves four key elements: proper positioning, latch, sucking, and milk transfer. Further research is needed to fully understand and optimize these breastfeeding attributes.
Area of Science:
- Lactation and Infant Nutrition
- Maternal-Child Health
Background:
- Effective breastfeeding is crucial for infant health and maternal well-being.
- A clear, evidence-based definition of effective breastfeeding is currently lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a concept analysis of effective breastfeeding.
- To identify the essential attributes of successful breastfeeding.
Main Methods:
- Searched Medline and CINAHL databases, reference lists, and breastfeeding assessment tools.
- Selected literature defining or describing effective breastfeeding.
- Organized and categorized data from reviewed literature.
Main Results:
- Identified four essential attributes of effective breastfeeding: positioning, latch, sucking, and milk transfer.
- These attributes form the core components of successful infant feeding.
Conclusions:
- Effective breastfeeding requires further conceptual development for positioning, latch, sucking, and milk transfer.
- Future research should explore the antecedents, attributes, and consequences of effective breastfeeding.
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