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040 _cManila Tytana Colleges
100 _aSmithBattle, Lee.
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245 0 _aNavigating a minefield :
_bmeta-synthesis of teen mothers' breastfeeding experience /
_cLee SmithBattle, Wisitsri Phengnum, Sasinun Punsuwun
260 _cMay/June 2020
336 _atext
337 _aunmediated
338 _avolume
440 _n45 : 3, pages 145-154
_aThe American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing
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520 _aTeen mothers have lower rates of breastfeeding duration and exclusivity than older mothers. A growing body of qualitative research on teen mothers' experience helps to explain these disparities. Following a systematic search to identify relevant research, we synthesized the findings from 22 primary studies to conclude that teen mothers navigate a minefield that undermines their intention to breastfeed and their breastfeeding confidence and skill. This metaphorical minefield reflects competing norms for infant feeding and good mothering, as evident in mixed support from teens' social networks; fragmented and stigmatizing healthcare; and spaces that are inhospitable to teen mothers and breastfeeding mothers in general. In recognition of this minefield, we urge clinicians to: respect teen mothers' infant feeding decisions; develop collaborative relationships based on the principles of patient-centered and strength-based care; challenge stigmatizing healthcare practices; welcome teen mothers and their significant others to clinical settings; and press health systems to fully implement probreastfeeding policies. We also recommend further study to extend our knowledge about teen mothers' breastfeeding experiences.
521 _aNursing.
650 _aBreastfeeding.
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650 _aMeta-synthesis.
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650 _aQualitative.
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650 _aTeen mothers.
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