Mothers' Satisfaction with Breastfeeding Assistance from International Board Certified Lactation Consultants: An Integrative Review.

IF 1.8 3区医学 Q2 OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Breastfeeding Medicine Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-10 DOI:10.1177/15568253251412394

Anita Lugo, Jennifer Dean Durning, Kimberly K Trout, Diane L Spatz

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Abstract

Introduction: Use of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) is associated with higher breastfeeding rates. However, little is known regarding mothers' perceptions of satisfaction with IBCLC encounters.

Methods: Database and ancestry searches resulted in 511 reports published between 2000 and 2025 about qualitative research conducted in the United States. Forty-one articles progressed to full review, and six articles satisfied all inclusion criteria for this integrative review.

Results: All research teams used the descriptive qualitative design to analyze data collected between 4 weeks and 8 months postpartum across a diverse representation of U.S. mothers. The body of evidence reveals that the assistance received from IBCLCs is multifaceted, because various aspects play crucial roles in ensuring that mothers feel supported.

Discussion: Findings highlight the importance of IBCLCs' practical expertise, hand in hand with their reassuring support. Mothers perceived satisfaction with consultation when the IBCLC offered sufficient time, provided encouragement, demonstrated knowledge, addressed their concerns, showed empathy for their struggles, and shared information that empowered them to breastfeed their infants with confidence.

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母亲对国际委员会认证哺乳顾问母乳喂养援助的满意度：一项综合评价。

简介：使用国际委员会认证的哺乳顾问（ibclc）与更高的母乳喂养率有关。然而，关于母亲对IBCLC相遇的满意度的看法知之甚少。方法：数据库和祖先搜索产生了2000年至2025年间在美国进行的关于定性研究的511份报告。41篇文章进展到全面评价，6篇文章满足本综合评价的所有纳入标准。结果：所有的研究团队都使用描述性定性设计来分析在美国不同代表的母亲产后4周到8个月收集的数据。大量证据表明，从家庭再教育中心获得的援助是多方面的，因为在确保母亲感到得到支持方面，各个方面都发挥着至关重要的作用。讨论：研究结果强调了ibclc实践专业知识的重要性，以及他们令人放心的支持。当IBCLC提供充足的时间、给予鼓励、展示知识、解决她们的关切、对她们的挣扎表示同情，并分享使她们能够自信地母乳喂养婴儿的信息时，母亲们对咨询感到满意。

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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.