Experiential Perceptions of Relactation: A Phenomenological Study.
J Hum Lact
; 31(3): 498-503, 2015 Aug.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Relactation is the process of re-establishing a breast milk supply that has diminished or ceased.OBJECTIVE:
This study aimed to explore the lived experiences of women living in Montana who chose to attempt relactation.METHODS:
A phenomenological approach was used to understand the lived experiences of 10 women in Montana who attempted relactation. In-depth interviews were conducted, and a 21-item categorical and open-ended demographic and experiential questionnaire was completed.RESULTS:
An overarching theme that could have affected the initial breastfeeding experience, and furthered the need for relactation, was having a difficult baby. Examples of being difficult included colic, latching issues, or a lack of bonding felt by the participant.CONCLUSION:
When asked about the experience of relactation, participants reflected on the emotional aspects of the process rather than the physical process. The most common feelings expressed were rejection, anger, stress, and failure. Future studies could examine what factors are present with women who continue nursing versus factors that are absent in women who discontinue nursing difficult babies, which could help prevent the need for relactation.Palabras clave
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Lactancia Materna
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Lactancia
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Relaciones Madre-Hijo
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Madres
Tipo de estudio:
Qualitative_research
Límite:
Female
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Humans
País/Región como asunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Hum Lact
Asunto de la revista:
ENFERMAGEM
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OBSTETRICIA
Año:
2015
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos