Experiences with peer support for breastfeeding in Beirut, Lebanon: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Despite the beneficial effects of peer support on breastfeeding, research on the process of peer support is scarce. In Lebanon, exclusive breastfeeding is only 15% in infants below six months. A multidisciplinary team launched a multi-component breastfeeding support intervention, with peer support, and professional lactation support provided by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLs) to target this decline. AIM:To describe the experiences of breastfeeding mothers and peer support providers with the process of breastfeeding support, and the influence of the intervention on their social support system. METHODS:Using a qualitative methodology, a purposive sample of breastfeeding and support mothers was accessed from among those who completed their six months int

SUBMITTER: Kabakian-Khasholian T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6808323 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature