Perceptions of Coping With Breastfeeding Pain: A Secondary Analysis
Lactating parents reported an array of psychological coping strategies in response to breastfeeding-related pain. Coping processes were influenced by personal goals, parental role evaluations, and a desire to meet their infant's needs. Interventions during prenatal and postpartum care that incorporate individualized coping strategies could support breastfeeding goal attainment.
Authors
- Katherine M. Bernier Carney (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2571-8951)
- Ruth Lucas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9757-5668)
- Megan Russell
Institutions
- Hartford Hospital (US)
- University of Connecticut (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Midwifery & Women s Health
- Published
- 2024-12-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/jmwh.13723
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.39
Funders
- University of Connecticut
- National Institutes of Health
- National Institute of Nursing Research