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The Impact A Nurse's Work Environment Has On Breastfeeding, Ashley Dawn Hull
The Impact A Nurse's Work Environment Has On Breastfeeding, Ashley Dawn Hull
Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects
Breastfeeding is a global health initiative, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), because of its numerous health benefits to mothers and infants. Despite breast milk’s documented benefits to mothers and babies, many women are not choosing to breastfeed their infants. A lack of paid maternity leave policy within the United States influences postpartum responsibilities, physically, and psychologically. This paper presents nurses’ responses to the Workplace Breastfeeding Support Scale survey regarding their workplace environment support of breastfeeding. Nurses providing direct patient care for more than 50% of their shifts revealed 45.5% disagreed in some variance with their comfort in …
Factors That Influence Mothers' Decisions Concerning Breastfeeding, Kimberly M. Futrelle
Factors That Influence Mothers' Decisions Concerning Breastfeeding, Kimberly M. Futrelle
Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects
The purpose of this study was to explore factors that influence decisions concerning breastfeeding in a group of 30 mothers who are employed, place their children in a childcare center, and whose children are five years of age and under. The study utilized Fishbein and Ajzen’s Theory of Reasoned Action as the conceptual framework. The descriptive study allowed for determination of the factors of attitudes, beliefs, and opinions that influence mothers’ decisions concerning breastfeeding. Statistical data compiled from survey results revealed many participants believed that breast milk is less expensive than formula. However, a significant number of mothers were neutral …
Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy In A Sample Of Wic Participants, Sarah Rowe
Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy In A Sample Of Wic Participants, Sarah Rowe
Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects
Breastfeeding is recognized as the gold standard for infant nutrition. Women enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) give birth to over half of the infants born in the US and over 50% of manufactured formula is sold to WIC participants. The aim of this study was to determine the breastfeeding self-efficacy score and to evaluate if there was a relationship between breastfeeding self-efficacy scores and initiation and duration of breastfeeding in a sample of women enrolled in a WIC program. A total of 33 subjects were included in this study. Findings indicated women …
Variables Influencing Breastfeeding Among First Time Mothers, Myra Westbrooks
Variables Influencing Breastfeeding Among First Time Mothers, Myra Westbrooks
Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects
This research examined the variables that influence breastfeeding in first time mothers. The study utilized Fishbein and Ajzen’s Theory of Reasoned Action as the theoretical framework. The sample included 147 first time mothers and utilized a descriptive design with a retrospective chart review. The descriptive study allowed for the identification of variables and patterns or characteristics of first time mothers who chose to breastfeed. Associations between several demographic variables and breastfeeding were identified in this study. By identifying variables that have a significant influence on breastfeeding, focused action plans can be developed to improve both maternal and infant health outcomes.
Breastfeeding Education: Improving Initiation And Duration Of Breastfeeding, Rhonda Coffey
Breastfeeding Education: Improving Initiation And Duration Of Breastfeeding, Rhonda Coffey
Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects
The purpose of this research study was to examine the level of self-efficacy for new mothers attending a formal breastfeeding education compared to those that did not. Participants were asked to complete the Breast Feeding Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form via telephone. Twenty primigravida mothers who were breastfeeding at the time of discharge agreed to participate. A Pearson correlation coefficient was calculated examining the relationship between the participant's level of self-efficacy and participation in formal breastfeeding. The Pearson correlation coefficient was positive but was not statistically significant ( r (18)= .250, p > .05) indicating no relationship between the participant's self-efficacy …