Couples talk about breastfeeding: Interviews with parents about decision-making, challenges, and the role of fathers
Erin J Henshaw1, Maria Mayer1, Sarina Balraj1
1Denison University, USA.
Abstract:
Despite health benefits, sustained breastfeeding rates remain low in the United States, and the role of partners in breastfeeding is not well understood. Using a grounded theory approach, the current qualitative study explored how couples communicate regarding breastfeeding decisions and challenges. Mother-father dyads (n = 16) completed individual semi-structured interviews 1 year after the birth of their first child. Following iterative qualitative analysis, three phases of breastfeeding communication emerged: Should we try this? ( Mother's opinion counts) How do we make this work? and How do we settle into a routine? (gaining confidence, resolving issues) Findings underscore the complexity of defining the partner role in breastfeeding.
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