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Complementary feeding experiences among disadvantaged parents in two countries
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15537288 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Louise Tully (0000-0002-0257-0408, Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway, corresponding author), Virginia Allen‐Walker (Queen's University Belfast), Eleni Spyreli (0000-0002-2289-8101, Queen's University Belfast), Sheena Mchugh (0000-0002-6595-0491, University College Cork), Jayne V Woodside (0000-0002-5691-4659, Queen's University Belfast), Patricia M Kearney (0000-0001-9599-3540, University College Cork), Michelle C Mckinley (0000-0003-3386-1504, Queen's University Belfast), Moira Dean (0000-0002-9014-1266, Queen's University Belfast), Colette Kelly (0000-0001-7598-0160, Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway) |
| Year | 2019 |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | e12801-e12801 |
| Publication date | 2019-02-26 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Maternal and Child Nutrition (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1740-8695 • E-ISSN: 1740-8709 |
| Publisher | Wiley (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1111/mcn.12801 |
| PMID | 30806025 |
| OpenAlex | W2915582416 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 9 |
| References cited | 17 |
The initiation of complementary feeding (CF; introducing infants to food/drink other than milk) is recommended close to 6 months and not before 4 months of age. Low socio-economic status (SES) is a determinant of nonadherence to CF recommendations, but there is an evidence gap around reasons for nonadherence among these parents. This study investigated knowledge, attitudes, and practices of disadvantaged families (in terms of SES and social support) and use of guidance for CF, in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Parents of infants aged 3-14 months were recruited via community groups. Semistructured focus groups aided by vignettes were used. Data were analysed using an inductive thematic approach. Nineteen focus groups took place with parents (n = 83). A range of factors influence parents when introducing solids. Sources of guidance extend to family, friends, the internet, and commercial resources. Parents experience uncertainty and anxiety during this time, driven by lack of knowledge and conflicting advice. Five major themes were identified: (a) more guidance that is accessible, timely, and respectfully needed; (b) the challenge of choosing safe, nutritious food; (c) "everybody has an opinion"; (d) feelings of inadequacy, embarrassment, and guilt; and (e) decisions are ultimately based on individual circumstances. CF advice should be culturally appropriate, practical, and empowering, emphasising the rationale behind updates to recommendations and consequences of nonadherence. Future training of health professionals for delivery of CF advice and guidance should consider these findings. Compliance with CF recommendations is influenced by health professionals, the wider family, and the commercial baby-food sector
Disadvantaged · Embarrassment · Family medicine · Feeling · Focus group · Qualitative research · Thematic analysis · Breastfeeding Practices and Influences · Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues · Infant Development and Preterm Care · Medicine · Nursing · Psychology · Social Psychology
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| Unique citing works | 9 |
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| Citations per year | 1,29 |
| Citation span | 2019 - 2025 (7) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 9 |