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ArticleInternational breastfeeding journal2025

Experiences of healthcare professionals in a breastfeeding training program.

Karin Cato, Eva-Lotta Funkquist, Paola Oras

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Karin CatoDepartment of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Dag Hammarskjölds väg 14 B, Uppsala, 752 37, Sweden. karin.cato@uu.se.ORCID 0000-0002-7436-7222
Eva-Lotta FunkquistDepartment of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Dag Hammarskjölds väg 14 B, Uppsala, 752 37, Sweden.ORCID 0000-0002-0300-0618
Paola OrasDepartment of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Dag Hammarskjölds väg 14 B, Uppsala, 752 37, Sweden.ORCID 0000-0002-1306-2281

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveThis study aimed to elucidate healthcare professionals' (HCPs) evaluations of a breastfeeding training program that incorporated diverse professions along the care continuum.

methodsThe breastfeeding training program was conducted over a full day during 2018-2019. To enable as many HCPs as possible to participate, the program was offered om twelve different dates. Approximately 25 HCPs took part on each occasion. Both qualitative and quantitative data was gathered on each occasion. The cohort comprised 238 HCPs, including midwives, registered nurses, specialist registered nurses, assistant nurses, physicians, and psychologists, all actively engaged in clinical practice at delivery/maternity wards or child healthcare centers. HCPs completed questionnaires featuring both closed and open-ended queries at the commencement and conclusion of the training program. Additionally, participants collaborated in small groups to propose improvements within the care continuum.

resultsFollowing the training program, HCPs reported a perceived increase in their interest in breastfeeding and noted the acquisition of novel tools for breastfeeding support. Noteworthy aspects of the training program, as identified by participants, included group discussions, the structure of the training session, inspiration for breastfeeding support, newfound knowledge regarding breastfeeding, and the utility of provided parental materials.

conclusionThe breastfeeding training program was beneficial across various HCP roles. The training program served to augment participants' interest in breastfeeding and equipped them with resources to bolster ongoing breastfeeding support efforts. Facilitating HCP attendance at such training sessions and fostering commitment to breastfeeding promotion emerge as crucial imperatives.

trial registrationDetailed information about the program and its implementation is available in the trial registered in the ISRCTN Registry: https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN91972905 .

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Breast FeedingHealth PersonnelAdultFemaleHumansMaleProgram EvaluationSurveys and QuestionnairesBreastfeedingHealth care professionalsTraining program

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