Women's perception about space for breastfeeding:

support in interactive breastfeeding theory

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https://doi.org/10.5935/1415-2762.20190109

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Breast Feeding, Personal Space, Shame, Perception, Maternal-Child Nursing, Weaning

Abstract

Introduction: breastfeeding is strongly influenced by many factors, and the lack of a private place and embarrassment in public places discourage women. Objective: to evaluate women's perceptions of space for breastfeeding. Method: a descriptive research with a qualitative approach developed with 30 pregnant and postpartum women admitted to the maternity ward of a university hospital in the Espírito Santo State. The content analysis proposed by Bardin and the Interactive Breastfeeding Theory were used to systematize the data. Results: most women reported that they would breastfeed in public places, but all said they would cover their breasts with cloth or diaper and feel more comfortable breastfeeding at home. Women reported
feeling comfortable when they are close to known women, family or friends, while close to men, known or not, feel uncomfortable and cover their breasts for breastfeeding. And close to health professionals most feel comfortable as they guide and support
breastfeeding. Conclusion: breastfeeding in public spaces still causes discomfort, embarrassment and shame in women.

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2019-08-20

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