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Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana
Joint Authors
Intiful, Freda
Osei, Claudia
Steele-Dadzie, Rebecca
Nyarko, Ruth
Asante, Matilda
Source
Issue
Vol. 2017, Issue 2017 (31 Dec. 2017), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2017-10-19
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
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.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Intiful, Freda& Osei, Claudia& Steele-Dadzie, Rebecca& Nyarko, Ruth& Asante, Matilda. 2017. Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana. Advances in Public Health،Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-6.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Intiful, Freda…[et al.]. Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana. Advances in Public Health No. 2017 (2017), pp.1-6.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Intiful, Freda& Osei, Claudia& Steele-Dadzie, Rebecca& Nyarko, Ruth& Asante, Matilda. Views of First-Time Expectant Mothers on Breastfeeding: A Study in Three Health Facilities in Accra, Ghana. Advances in Public Health. 2017. Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1125373
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1125373