Exploring influences on infant-feeding decisions among mothers with learning disabilities: A scoping review
We found limited research on the influences on infant-feeding decisions for mothers with learning disabilities; more research is needed. Our review suggests that mothers with learning disabilities' infant-feeding decisions are influenced by their support networks. Effective accessible information on infant-feeding targeted to women with learning disabilities is needed. Maternity service policies should include guidance for supporting mothers with learning disabilities.
Authors
- Alison McFadden (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5164-2025)
- Vicky Mitchell
- Susan Buell (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1496-6557)
Institutions
- University of Dundee (GB)
- Mother Hospital (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Midwifery
- Published
- 2026-02-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2026.104741
- Primary Topic
- Disability Rights and Representation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00