Breastfeeding Experiences of Mothers of Children with Down Syndrome: A Qualitative Study.

IF 2.1 3区医学 Q2 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Breastfeeding Medicine Pub Date : 2024-10-31 DOI:10.1089/bfm.2024.0278

Musa Özsavran, Tülay Kuzlu Ayyıldız

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Abstract

Purpose: It is known that despite the benefits of breast milk and breastfeeding, children with Down syndrome (DS) are breastfed less than other children are. More information is needed to reveal the problems experienced regarding breastfeeding in this group of children and take precautions. The purpose of this study was to learn about the breastfeeding experiences of mothers of children with DS. Methods: The study was carried out by conducting in-depth interviews with 17 women who met the inclusion criteria in Turkey between September 1 and December 1, 2023. Content analysis was used to analyze the data. Results: As a result of the content analysis, five themes emerged. These themes were changing of body and emotions, why doesn't my baby suck?, I have to breastfeed my baby, I am not alone, and experiences should be shared. Conclusions: It was determined that mothers of children with DS experienced problems/difficulties due to individual, baby-related, and environmental factors. The positive effects of breastfeeding children with DS can be made prevalent in society by supporting these mothers.

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唐氏综合症患儿母亲的母乳喂养经历：定性研究。

目的：众所周知，尽管母乳和母乳喂养有很多好处，但唐氏综合症（DS）患儿的母乳喂养率却低于其他儿童。我们需要更多的信息来揭示这类儿童在母乳喂养方面遇到的问题，并采取预防措施。本研究旨在了解唐氏综合症患儿母亲的母乳喂养经验。研究方法本研究于 2023 年 9 月 1 日至 12 月 1 日在土耳其对符合纳入标准的 17 名妇女进行了深入访谈。采用内容分析法对数据进行分析。结果：内容分析法得出了五个主题。这些主题分别是：身体和情绪的变化、为什么我的宝宝不吸吮？结论研究发现，DS 患儿的母亲会因个人因素、与婴儿有关的因素和环境因素而遇到问题/困难。通过对这些母亲的支持，母乳喂养 DS 儿童的积极作用可以在社会上得到普及。

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Breastfeeding Medicine OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY-PEDIATRICS

CiteScore

4.20

自引率

11.10%

发文量

130

审稿时长

6-12 weeks

期刊介绍： Breastfeeding Medicine provides unparalleled peer-reviewed research, protocols, and clinical applications to ensure optimal care for mother and infant. The Journal answers the growing demand for evidence-based research and explores the immediate and long-term outcomes of breastfeeding, including its epidemiologic, physiologic, and psychological benefits. It is the exclusive source of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine protocols. Breastfeeding Medicine coverage includes: Breastfeeding recommendations and protocols Health consequences of artificial feeding Physiology of lactation and biochemistry of breast milk Optimal nutrition for the breastfeeding mother Breastfeeding indications and contraindications Managing breastfeeding discomfort, pain, and other complications Breastfeeding the premature or sick infant Breastfeeding in the chronically ill mother Management of the breastfeeding mother on medication Infectious disease transmission through breast milk and breastfeeding The collection and storage of human milk and human milk banking Measuring the impact of being a “baby-friendly” hospital Cultural competence and cultural sensitivity International public health issues including social and economic issues.