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Breastfeeding and Father Support: Bibliometric Analysis
Elif Erdoğan1, Serap Ejder Apay1
1Atatürk University, Erzurum, Türkiye.
Summary
This bibliometric analysis reveals key trends and influential research in paternal support during breastfeeding. It identifies leading countries, journals, and institutions, guiding future studies and practices in this vital area.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
Background:
- Paternal support is crucial for breastfeeding success.
- Understanding research trends in this area is essential for evidence-based practice.
- Bibliometric analysis offers a systematic approach to map the academic landscape.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of academic literature on paternal support during breastfeeding.
- To identify research trends, influential institutions, countries, and journals in this field.
- To provide insights for future research and practical interventions.
Main Methods:
- Data sourced from the Web of Science database (1989-2025).
- Inclusion criteria applied to 517 English-language articles.
- Analysis performed using R Studio and the 'biblioshiny for bibliometrix' package.
Main Results:
- 458 relevant articles identified, with a significant publication increase between 2016-2021.
- Top journals include International Breastfeeding Journal and Journal of Human Lactation.
- Leading countries are the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada.
Conclusions:
- Bibliometric analysis effectively maps the field of paternal breastfeeding support.
- Identifies key players and publication trends, informing future research directions.
- Contributes to a better understanding of paternal roles in infant nutrition and family well-being.
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