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Missed Opportunities in the Outpatient Pediatric Setting to Support Breastfeeding: Results From a Mixed-Methods Study
Mary M Ramos1, Rachel A Sebastian2, Emilie Sebesta3
1Mary M. Ramos, Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, NM..
Introduction:
Outpatient pediatric providers play a crucial role in the promotion of breastfeeding. We conducted a mixed methods study to measure provider knowledge, attitudes, and current practices around breastfeeding counseling.
Method:
In New Mexico in 2016 and 2017, we conducted a knowledge, attitudes, and practice survey of outpatient pediatric providers (i.e., nurse practitioners, physicians, and physician assistants) and conducted focus groups with outpatient pediatric providers.
Results:
Seventy-seven providers responded to the survey, and 17 participated in three focus groups. Fewer than half of providers surveyed reported asking how long mothers plan to breastfeed at initial well-baby examinations. One quarter of participants (28.2%) erroneously reported that hepatitis C was an absolute contraindication to breastfeeding. Just half of respondents had received continuing education within the past 3 years about managing common breastfeeding problems.
Discussion:
We identified missed opportunities for outpatient pediatric providers to support breastfeeding and a need for continuing provider education.
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