Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana

Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana

The objective of this study was to evaluate the views of first-time expectant mothers on breastfeeding. A qualitative study approach using focus group discussions was used to solicit the views of 25 expectant first-time mothers. The results indicated the intention to breastfeed, though some were wil...

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Main Authors: Freda Intiful, Claudia Osei, Rebecca Steele-Dadzie, Ruth Nyarko, Matilda Asante
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2017-01-01
Series:Advances in Public Health
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/4894026
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spelling doaj-debe18eca49b4cf1aa3c49357e3d894d2020-11-24T23:16:18ZengHindawi LimitedAdvances in Public Health2356-68682314-77842017-01-01201710.1155/2017/48940264894026Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, GhanaFreda Intiful0Claudia Osei1Rebecca Steele-Dadzie2Ruth Nyarko3Matilda Asante4School of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Ghana, Accra, GhanaSchool of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Ghana, Accra, GhanaSchool of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Ghana, Accra, GhanaSchool of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Ghana, Accra, GhanaSchool of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Ghana, Accra, GhanaThe objective of this study was to evaluate the views of first-time expectant mothers on breastfeeding. A qualitative study approach using focus group discussions was used to solicit the views of 25 expectant first-time mothers. The results indicated the intention to breastfeed, though some were willing to opt for formula feeding when the need arises. Knowledge on breastfeeding issues was minimal among this group. Common sources of information on breastfeeding issues were obtained from home (relatives), hospital, and television. The need to support and provide adequate education on breastfeeding issues is critical among this category of women.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/4894026
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Rebecca Steele-Dadzie
Ruth Nyarko
Matilda Asante
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Rebecca Steele-Dadzie
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Matilda Asante
Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana
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title Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana
title_short Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana
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description The objective of this study was to evaluate the views of first-time expectant mothers on breastfeeding. A qualitative study approach using focus group discussions was used to solicit the views of 25 expectant first-time mothers. The results indicated the intention to breastfeed, though some were willing to opt for formula feeding when the need arises. Knowledge on breastfeeding issues was minimal among this group. Common sources of information on breastfeeding issues were obtained from home (relatives), hospital, and television. The need to support and provide adequate education on breastfeeding issues is critical among this category of women.
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