A phenomenological study on breastfeeding guidance experience of international board certified lactation consultants

VernacularTitle:国际认证泌乳顾问母乳喂养指导体验的现象学研究
Author: Yafang DENG ¹ ; Liping WU ; Ran SONG ; Hong ZHAO
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1. 中国医学科学院北京协和医学院护理学院，北京　100144
Keywords: Breast feeding; International board certified lactation consultants; Guidance experience; Phenomenological research
From: Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2023;29(12):1583-1588
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective:To explore the breastfeeding guidance experience of international board certified lactation consultants (IBCLC) in China, so as to provide reference for promoting breastfeeding guidance in China.Methods:This study adopted a descriptive phenomenological approach. From October 2021 to June 2022, purposive sampling was used to select 15 IBCLC from 8 provinces and cities who provided breastfeeding support. The semi-structured in-depth interview was used for data collection, and the Giorgi method was used to analyze the data and extract themes.Results:A total of 4 themes were extracted, namely, a sense of need, a sense of meaning and value, a sense of resistance at work and a sense of expectation for the future.Conclusions:The needs of the public and the improvement of IBCLC guidance capabilities are the foundation for providing breastfeeding guidance. The realization of self-worth and the attention and support of family, society, and hospital managers are conducive to the development of breastfeeding guidance.