Association Between Breastfeeding Peer Support and Confidence in Breastfeeding

Peer support programs may be effective for supporting breastfeeding among diverse groups, and in reducing disparities. This study provides insight regarding the implementation and outcomes of a peer breastfeeding support program. (1) to examine how participation affected the outcomes of breastfeedin...

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Published in:Journal of human lactation 2024-12, p.8903344241299398
Main Authors: Jeon, Hyo Jin Jean, Granner, Michelle, Christiansen, Elizabeth, Kohnen, Taya, Park, Sung-Yeon, Sarnquist, Bret, MacNeil, Patricia, Soto, Valery, Deavers, Olivia
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Language:English
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Summary:Peer support programs may be effective for supporting breastfeeding among diverse groups, and in reducing disparities. This study provides insight regarding the implementation and outcomes of a peer breastfeeding support program. (1) to examine how participation affected the outcomes of breastfeeding motivation, confidence, and coping strategies; and (2) to evaluate satisfaction with the program. This was a cross-sectional, retrospective study. Seven pilot sites in the United States uniquely implemented a federally-funded peer support program for low-income women. Data were collected using a survey and focus groups/interviews. Over 12 months, 1,296 women participated, comprising 615 peer support pairs. A total of 401 women responded to the survey. Twenty-three focus groups and 63 interviews were conducted across the seven sites. Participants who enrolled in the program during pregnancy: (189) = -6.55,  
ISSN:0890-3344
1552-5732
1552-5732
DOI:10.1177/08903344241299398