Breastfeeding experiences of COVID-19 survivor multipara mothers during pre- and post-COVID-19: a comparative
Sawsan Abuhammad1,2, Shaher Hamaideh3, Rowaida Almaaitah4
1Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE.
Aim:
This study aims to explore the experiences faced by survivor of COVID-19 multipara Jordanian breastfeeding mothers.
Method:
This study employed a qualitative phenomenological design to explore the breastfeeding experiences of COVID-19 survivor multipara mothers in Jordan during the post-COVID-19 period. Participants were recruited using purposive sampling through social media platforms, community postings, and word of mouth. Data collection occurred between January and March 2024 via guideline interviews conducted during the early postpartum period. A total of 20 multiparous breastfeeding women were interviewed until data saturation was reached. Thematic and content analysis was applied to transcribed interview data using NVivo software, with themes identified through iterative coding and consensus among researchers to ensure reliability and depth of insight.
Results:
The study identified five themes: breastfeeding experience during the post-COVID-19 period compared to pre-COVID, breastfeeding women's thoughts about vaccination effects on their milk, types of barriers/challenges women experienced while breastfeeding during the post-COVID period compared to pre-COVID-19, receiving any education regarding breastfeeding during the post-COVID-19 period, and suggestions to improve the breastfeeding experience compared to pre-COVID-19.
Conclusion:
This study offers valuable insights into the breastfeeding experiences of multipara mothers in Jordan who survived COVID-19 and continued to breastfeed during the post-pandemic period. The findings highlight a range of physical, psychological, and social challenges that these mothers faced, including changes in milk supply, concerns about vaccination, emotional distress, and limited support systems. Despite these obstacles, many mothers demonstrated resilience and a strong desire to continue breastfeeding.
Clinical Trial Number:
Not applicable.
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