Breastfeeding Twins: A Qualitative Study

The purpose of this qualitative research was to explore the needs and difficulties of mothers who had multiple babies at Sakarya County by focusing on their breastfeeding experience. Ten mothers who gave birth to multiple infants participated in the study voluntarily. The framework method of data an...

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Published in:Journal of health, population and nutrition population and nutrition, 2014-08, Vol.31 (4)
Main Authors: Cinar, Nursan Dede, Alvur, Tuncay Muge, Kose, Dilek, Nemut, Tijen
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Breastfeeding
Mothers' experiences
Multiple babies
Qualitative study
Turkey
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Summary:The purpose of this qualitative research was to explore the needs and difficulties of mothers who had multiple babies at Sakarya County by focusing on their breastfeeding experience. Ten mothers who gave birth to multiple infants participated in the study voluntarily. The framework method of data analysis was applied systematically both within and across cases, with categories and themes identified by reading transcripts of interviews. Major themes generated from focus narrative interviews are described. These themes are: willingness of mothers to breastfeed and continue, management of breastfeeding, use of pacifier, daily life, ınstructions of healthcare personnel, and advices from practice of experienced mothers. This study showed that women were aware of the importance of mother's milk for their babies. They all, somehow, made intensive efforts to breastfeed their twins. Women who expect and/or have multiple babies need much more support and guidance, which may include advice for nutritional and daily care.
ISSN:1606-0997
2072-1315
DOI:10.3329/jhpn.v31i4.20049