Breastfeeding Support Groups and Community Resources

Breastfeeding ◽  
2022 ◽  
pp. 710-718
Author(s):  
Ruth A. Lawrence
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
Community Resources ◽  
Breastfeeding Support

scholarly journals Effectiveness of peer counseling and membership in breastfeeding support groups in promoting optimal breastfeeding behaviors in the Philippines

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ofelia P. Saniel ◽  
Veincent Christian F. Pepito ◽  
Arianna Maever L. Amit
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Peer Counseling ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Child Feeding ◽  
Peer Counselors ◽  
Early Initiation Of Breastfeeding ◽  
Peer Counselor ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

Abstract Background The prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) at 6 months remain low in the Philippines. To help meet the 90% early initiation of breastfeeding target and to improve infant and young child feeding practices in the Philippines, the Millennium Development Goals - Fund 2030 Joint Programme (JP) on Ensuring Food Security and Nutrition for Children 0–24 months old was implemented. We aimed to determine the effectiveness of visits by peer counselors during pregnancy and after delivery, and membership in breastfeeding support groups in promoting these optimal breastfeeding practices. Methods We used data from the Endline Survey of the JP to study the effects of prenatal and postnatal peer counselor visits, and membership in breastfeeding support groups, and their possible interactions with initiation of breastfeeding within 1 hour of birth among children aged 0 to 24 months and EBF at 6 months among children aged 6 to 24 months, while adjusting for confounding. We used logistic regression methods for survey data to assess these associations. Results Of the 2343 mother-infant pairs, only 1500 (63.1%) practiced early initiation of breastfeeding. Of the 1865 children aged 6 months or older, only 621 (34.7%) were exclusively breastfed at 6 months. After adjusting for confounding variables, there was no strong evidence that peer counselor visits were associated with early initiation or EBF at 6 months. However, members of breastfeeding support groups had 1.49 times higher odds of early initiation of breastfeeding (95% CI [Confidence Interval] 1.12, 1.98) and 1.65 times higher odds of EBF (95% CI 1.20, 2.24) compared to those who were not members of breastfeeding support groups. There was no interaction between the different exposure variables and early initiation and EBF at 6 months. Conclusions Our findings suggest breastfeeding support groups may be institutionalized to promote both early initiation of breastfeeding and EBF in the Philippines, while the role of peer counselors in promoting optimal breastfeeding behaviors should be further reviewed. Our suggestion to integrate non-healthcare professionals to promote early initiation of breastfeeding and EBF could be tested in future intervention studies.

A qualitative exploration of breastfeeding support groups in Ireland from the women's perspectives

Midwifery ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 78 ◽  
pp. 71-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth McCarthy Quinn ◽  
Louise Gallagher ◽  
Jan de Vries
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Qualitative Exploration

It Takes an E-Village: Supporting African American Mothers in Sustaining Breastfeeding Through Facebook Communities

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 569-582 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayanna Robinson ◽  
Marsha Davis ◽  
Jori Hall ◽  
Carolyn Lauckner ◽  
Alex Kojo Anderson
Keyword(s):  
African American ◽  
Support Groups ◽  
Child Rearing ◽  
Breastfeeding Duration ◽  
Online Support ◽  
Online Support Groups ◽  
African American Mothers ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
And Shifts

Background: Lack of breastfeeding support is a common barrier reported by African American mothers, whose breastfeeding rates remain significantly below the national average. Despite mothers’ reported use of social network sites to access support on topics relating to child rearing, few studies have examined their use to exchange breastfeeding support. Research aims: To describe (1) the experiences of African American mothers who participate in breastfeeding support groups on Facebook and (2) the breastfeeding beliefs, practices, and outcomes for this population of mothers. Methods: This was a prospective, cross-sectional qualitative study with an online focus group design. The study was guided by Black Feminist Thought and an integrated model of behavior prediction. Four online focus groups ( N = 22) were conducted using video conferencing during September 2017 with African American mothers who were participating in breastfeeding support groups on Facebook. Results: Thematic analysis was used to develop four themes and two subthemes, including creating a community for Black mothers, online interactions and levels of engagement, advantages of participating in online support groups, critiques of online support groups, empowerment of self and others, and shifts in breastfeeding perceptions and decisions. Among participants in this study, positive imagery of African American breastfeeding mothers and ongoing support from women with shared experiences improved confidence with public breastfeeding and prolonged goals for breastfeeding duration. Conclusion: Receiving peer support within Facebook communities may positively influence breastfeeding norms and confidence in breastfeeding, help mothers to overcome breastfeeding challenges, and ultimately extend intended breastfeeding duration.

scholarly journals Developing an Action Plan to Support Breastfeeding in Tompkins County, NY

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 964-964
Author(s):  
Nicole Cunningham ◽  
Kathleen Rasmussen
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Breastfeeding Initiation ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Cornell University ◽  
Resource Information ◽  
Funding Sources ◽  
Wide Availability

Abstract Objectives Tompkins County has a high rate of breastfeeding initiation (92.4% in 2017) but has less success in metrics of exclusive breastfeeding and breastfeeding continuation. We sought to determine barriers to exclusive breastfeeding for 6 mo as well as to identify interventions to improve support for mothers in Tompkins County, NY. Methods Focus groups and interviews were conducted with mothers (n = 15) who had breastfed within the last 3 y and professionals (n = 10) who work with lactating women. Participants were recruited through flyers sent in local mailing lists and placed in community spaces around the Ithaca area. All participants lived or worked in Tompkins County. Results Mothers reported early cessation of breastfeeding for a number of reasons including perceived insufficient milk production and a need to return to unsupportive workplaces. Despite a wide availability of breastfeeding support resources in the Ithaca area of Tompkins County, resources were uncoordinated and underutilized. Mothers were aware of some of the available resources, but had difficulties sorting through varied information sources and identifying programs that were a good fit for their individual needs. Furthermore, many mothers, such as those who complemented breastfeeding with formula, reported worrying that local mothers’ groups or lactation support groups would be judgmental. This fear of judgment or embarrassment led many women to avoid seeking support at these venues that may have been useful to them. Conclusions Improved coordination of messaging and centralization of resource information is essential to increasing breastfeeding success across Tompkins County. An overall shift in messaging to reframe breastfeeding as one of many forms of nurturing, rather than just a food source, may be effective at reducing shame and judgment while encouraging mothers to overcome their challenges. Funding Sources Alan D. Mathios Research and Service Grant, Cornell University.

Mothers’ voices: results of a survey of public health nurse-led breastfeeding support groups

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (7) ◽  
pp. 26-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Nolan ◽  
Sylvia Kennedy ◽  
Anne O’Malley ◽  
Marie Kirwan ◽  
Ann Hughes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Support Groups ◽  
Public Health Nurse ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Health Nurse

Mothers’ Perceptions of the Influence of a Breastfeeding Support Group in Achieving Their Breastfeeding Goals

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 74-83
Author(s):  
JoAnne Silbert-Flagg ◽  
Deborah Busch ◽  
Joycelyne Absolu Bataille
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
Support Group ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Peer Support Group ◽  
Extended Duration ◽  
Duration Of Breastfeeding

ObjectiveThe study aims were to identify maternal perceptions about the influence of a hospital-based breastfeeding peer support group in addressing breastfeeding concerns, assisting them to achieve their breastfeeding goals, and providing additional benefits.MethodsA descriptive, cross-sectional, online survey was conducted with a convenience sample of women who attended a hospital's breastfeeding support group. Participants reported their breastfeeding concerns and breastfeeding goals prior to and after their attendance at the breastfeeding support group. Changes in reported breastfeeding concerns and breastfeeding goals were analyzed with chi-square statistics.ResultsAfter participating in the support group session, survey participants (N = 100) expressed less concern about latching (81%–66%), mother's milk production (77%–62%), breastfeeding while apart from infant (75%–65%), and all other reported breastfeeding concerns. Overall, participants reported the support group successfully addressed their concerns (92%, n = 89), provided adequate time for responses to their questions (87%, n = 87), and assisted them to achieve their breastfeeding goals (91%, n = 88). Over 90% of participants planned to exclusively breastfeed through 6 months.ConclusionHospital-based breastfeeding support groups can successfully address mothers’ key breastfeeding concerns and support extended duration of breastfeeding.

scholarly journals PEMBERDAYAAN KELOMPOK PENDUKUNG ASI EKSKLUSIF DALAM GERAKAN GEMAR ASI EKSKLUSIF

Warta LPM ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 90-96
Author(s):  
Rina Sri Widayati ◽  
Istiqomah Risa Wahyuningsih
Keyword(s):  
Support Groups ◽  
Support Group ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Peer Group ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Training Activities ◽  
Initiation Of Breastfeeding

The gold standard in infant feeding and child starting from Early Initiation of Breastfeeding (IMD), exclusive breastfeeding for the six months. One of the health problems faced in the area of †health centers Pucang Sawit is the lack of motivation of counselor support group exclusive breastfeeding. There are only three groups motivator breastfeeding support so not comparable with the number of babies in the region Pucang Sawit. Approaches through peer (Peer Support) on exclusive breastfeeding support group as one of the community-based empowerment efforts so as to help improve coverage eksklusive breastfeeding in Surakarta close to the target so that the vision of becoming a pilot Surakarta can be realized. Implementation ofservice programs are divided into three programs: the first socialization to the cadre and peer group as well as breastfeeding support group facilitator conducted one day, both the implementation of training activities breastfeeding support group for 4 days which consists of four small groups and accompanied by two facilitators each and third activity is monitoring and evaluation results formations breastfeeding support groups.

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