Investigation of the sustainability of breastfeeding and infant nutrition in the earthquake region based on mothers' experiences: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To explore the breastfeeding status of mothers with children aged 0-2 years after the major earthquake disaster in Kahramanmaraş, to reveal the obstacles to the sustainability of breastfeeding, and to reveal the problems and experiences they have in breastfeeding, preparing formula, and feeding their infants.

Methods

This study used a qualitative, exploratory research design with a phenomenological approach. Data were collected between September and November 2023 by face-to-face interviews using a Personal Information Form and a semi-structured interview form. A total of 21 participants who breastfed their babies before the earthquake and experienced the earthquake were included in the study, which was conducted using purposive sampling technique. Data were method

SUBMITTER: Suzan OK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11895288 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature