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2015

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The Use Of Videoconferencing For Lactation Consultation: A Cross-Sectional Survey Of Acceptance Among Independent Samples Of Mothers And Infant Fathers/Maternal Partners In The United States, Mona F. Habibi Aug 2015

The Use Of Videoconferencing For Lactation Consultation: A Cross-Sectional Survey Of Acceptance Among Independent Samples Of Mothers And Infant Fathers/Maternal Partners In The United States, Mona F. Habibi

Doctoral Dissertations

Background: Breastfeeding is a health behavior encouraged by Healthy People 2020. However, an important barrier to breastfeeding is limited access to specialized support if needed. The use of videoconferencing technology to increase access to the relatively small number of professionals trained to manage breastfeeding issues may ultimately assist with increasing breastfeeding duration and exclusivity rates. Understanding the perceived acceptability of videoconferencing technology among potential users is a critical first step in developing effective interventions.

Objectives: The objectives of this study were 1) to assess the relationship between acceptance of remote lactation consultation using videoconferencing and a) acceptance subscales, b) maternal …