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Breakfast Habits among Schoolchildren in the City of Uruguaiana, Brazil
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[Portuguese school children breastfeeding experiences]
Dulce Maria Pereira Garcia Galvão1, Isília Aparecida da Silva
1Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal. dgalvao@esenfc.pt
Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|October 28, 2011
Summary
Children understand breast milk is best but lack direct exposure to breastfeeding. Many girls prefer bottle-feeding dolls, reflecting limited positive societal depictions of breastfeeding.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nutrition
- Child Development
- Social Pediatrics
Context:
- Investigates children's perceptions of breastfeeding in primary education settings.
- Utilizes a descriptive cross-sectional study design with 1078 participants aged 7-12 years.
- Focuses on public school environments to understand widespread experiences.
Purpose:
- To explore children's knowledge, experiences, and attitudes towards breastfeeding.
- To identify gaps in understanding and societal influences on breastfeeding perception.
- To assess the impact of media and play on children's views of breastfeeding.
Summary:
- Most children recognized breastfeeding and pacifier use but had limited direct observation of breastfeeding. Girls predominantly used bottles for dolls, indicating a disconnect from breastfeeding practices.
- Children expressed willingness to breastfeed but cited public embarrassment and a lack of positive representation in media and educational settings.
- Despite recognizing breast milk's benefits, misconceptions about breastfeeding were prevalent among participants.
Impact:
- Highlights the need for improved breastfeeding education and positive societal messaging.
- Informs public health initiatives to promote breastfeeding awareness and acceptance from a young age.
- Suggests a critical review of media content and educational materials concerning infant feeding practices.
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