ArticlePloS one2019
Experiences with peer support for breastfeeding in Beirut, Lebanon: A qualitative study.
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- Mothers' experiences and perceptions of breastfeeding peer support: a qualitative systematic review.International breastfeeding journal · 2024Pooled it
- First-time mothers' experiences of receiving proactive telephone-based peer support for breastfeeding in Australia: a qualitative study.International breastfeeding journal · 2022Trial
- The impact of one-to-one peer support on mothers' personal breastfeeding goals and emotional well-being: a scoping review.Public health nutrition · 2026Article
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- Infant and young child feeding practices in Lebanon: a cross-sectional national study.Public health nutrition · 2023Article
- Infant-Feeding Patterns and the Effects of Early Introduction to Formula and Solid Foods on Childhood Overweight or Obesity among 10-Years-Olds in a Low Socioeconomic Area of Lebanon: An Exploratory Analysis.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- Knowledge and attitudes of Lebanese women towards Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative practices.PloS one · 2020Article
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Abstract
backgroundDespite the beneficial effects of peer support on breastfeeding, research on the process of peer support is scarce. In Lebanon, exclusive breastfeeding is only 15% in infants below six months. A multidisciplinary team launched a multi-component breastfeeding support intervention, with peer support, and professional lactation support provided by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLs) to target this decline.
aimTo describe the experiences of breastfeeding mothers and peer support providers with the process of breastfeeding support, and the influence of the intervention on their social support system.
methodsUsing a qualitative methodology, a purposive sample of breastfeeding and support mothers was accessed from among those who completed their six months interview in the trial taking place in two hospitals in Beirut, Lebanon. Data were collected from 43 participants using in-depth interviews and following the data saturation principle. All interviews were audio recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was conducted, guided by the principles of grounded theory.
resultsBreastfeeding mothers were satisfied with their breastfeeding experience, and extremely appreciative of the support provided by their peers and the IBCLCs. They experienced these forms of support differently. Peer support was perceived to be important in encouraging breastfeeding continuation, whereas IBCLC support was influential in problem solving.
conclusionThese findings can improve our understanding of the peer and professional lactation support process within the social context, and the realities of breastfeeding mothers, and help facilitate the scaling up of interventions in similar contexts.
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