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Maternal satisfaction with breastfeeding: a systematic review with meta-analysis.
Ana Paula de Souza Martins Lemos1, Wellington Francisco Rodrigues1, Carlo José Freire de Oliveira1
1Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro. Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|January 15, 2026
Summary
Maternal satisfaction with breastfeeding is moderate, influenced by support and duration. Early weaning and unmet expectations reduce satisfaction, highlighting the need for better support systems.
Area of Science:
- Maternal and Child Health
- Lactation Science
- Psychosocial Aspects of Health
Background:
- Maternal satisfaction with breastfeeding is a crucial factor influencing infant feeding practices and maternal well-being.
- Understanding the prevalence and determinants of this satisfaction is essential for developing effective support strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate the combined prevalence of maternal satisfaction with breastfeeding.
- To identify factors associated with maternal satisfaction during breastfeeding.
Main Methods:
- Systematic prevalence review adhering to PRISMA and JBI protocols.
- Comprehensive literature search across major databases (PubMed, LILACS, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, CINAHL).
- Meta-synthesis and meta-analysis of data from twelve studies published between 2003 and 2024.
Main Results:
- Moderate levels of maternal satisfaction with breastfeeding were observed across the included studies.
- Higher satisfaction correlated with favorable breastfeeding conditions, longer breastfeeding duration, and professional support.
- Lower satisfaction was linked to early weaning, unmet expectations, and breastfeeding complications.
Conclusions:
- Key factors influencing maternal breastfeeding satisfaction have been identified.
- High heterogeneity among studies may stem from the subjective nature of satisfaction and varied measurement tools.
- Further research is needed to standardize measurement and explore interventions to enhance breastfeeding satisfaction.
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