Breastfeeding
Individual choice and collective responsibility
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21184719 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Rosa Goergina Pérez Castillo (0000-0003-3239-9362, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana), Lizeth Vianey Solis Ojeda (0000-0001-5954-3999, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana), Mireya Zamora Macorra (0000-0002-4131-5020, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Publication date | 2025-03-20 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Población y Salud en Mesoamérica (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1659-0201 • E-ISSN: 1659-0201 |
| Publisher | Universidad de Costa Rica (PUBLISHER • CR) |
| DOI | 10.15517/psm.v22i2.61052 |
| OpenAlex | W4409655953 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 17 |
Introduction: Breastfeeding (BF) can be understood as a social learning process, in which there are various factors that influence the forms, times, periods and perceptions surrounding breastfeeding. This form of feeding is constructed and modified according to the social, economic, political, labor and cultural environment, which has effects on the health of mothers and their children. Proposition: The above, leads to reflect on the fact that BF is a collective responsibility that requires the active participation of all social sectors, with the objective of promoting its benefits on the health of the population. Arguments for discussion: This paper analyzes the importance of its social and cultural dimensions, and how these actually represent the greatest difficulties that women who decide to maintain BF must overcome, it also reflects on intervention programs and how these have focused primarily on women, considering their techniques, knowledge, emotions, in some cases, their support networks, however, little recognition is given to other factors of greater hierarchy that determine the decision around such feeding practice. Conclusions: Breastfeeding is a complex practice influenced by social, economic, political, cultural, and labor determinants. Its understanding and promotion require a comprehensive approach and broad discussion that extends beyond individual advocacy
Biology · Breastfeeding Practices and Influences · Child and Adolescent Health
| Citation velocity | historical |
|---|---|
| Highly cited | No |