Explanation for cessation of breastfeeding in mothers of twins.
J Hum Lact
; 21(3): 296-304, 2005 Aug.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-16113018
ABSTRACT
This study used content analysis to examine reasons for cessation of breastfeeding of twins by 2 time points 9.4 weeks and 28.3 weeks of age. From a convenience sample of 123 mothers, 110 initiated breastfeeding for their twins. Thirty women had stopped breastfeeding by time 1, with an additional 37 women stopping by time 2. Three major themes were identified regarding weaning factors related to breastfeeding process, to mother's role and health, and to infant behavior and health. Subcategories were identified for each theme, with additional subcategories emerging at time 2. Cited reasons are similar to those given by singleton mothers; however, mothers of twins identified unique issues related to infants' behaviors, challenges presented by growth and development, and time commitments that interfered with breastfeeding continuation. Implications of the study suggest the need for continued lactation support as the twins grow and develop and new breastfeeding issues arise.
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01-internacional
Contexto em Saúde:
5_ODS3_mortalidade_materna
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Gêmeos
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Desmame
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Aleitamento Materno
Tipo de estudo:
Prognostic_studies
Limite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Infant
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Newborn
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Hum Lact
Ano de publicação:
2005
Tipo de documento:
Article