"Becoming an independent feeder": infant's transition in solid food introduction through baby-led weaning

Baby-led weaning (BLW), a method for introducing complementary foods, has become popular because it is considered beneficial for infants. This study investigated the experiences of mothers when using BLW in Jakarta, Indonesia using a qualitative descriptive approach. Thirteen mothers participated wh...

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Published in:BMC proceedings 2020-12, Vol.14 (Suppl 13), p.18-18, Article 18
Main Authors: Utami, Ayu Fitria, Wanda, Dessie, Hayati, Happy, Fowler, Cathrine
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Babies
Baby foods
Baby-led weaning
Breastfeeding & lactation
Complementary feeding
Data collection
Eating behavior
Families & family life
Feeders
Food
Infants
Infants’ responses
Interviews
Mothers
Solid foods
Weaning
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Summary:Baby-led weaning (BLW), a method for introducing complementary foods, has become popular because it is considered beneficial for infants. This study investigated the experiences of mothers when using BLW in Jakarta, Indonesia using a qualitative descriptive approach. Thirteen mothers participated who had introduced complementary feeding using BLW for a minimum of 6 months. Semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis was used to work with the data. Three themes were identified: avoiding being a 'picky' eater; infants gagging and choking; and becoming independent feeders. Further research related to the growth and development of baby-led weaning infants in Indonesia is recommended.
ISSN:1753-6561
1753-6561
DOI:10.1186/s12919-020-00198-w