There is increased recognition of the importance of breastfeeding at a national level as evidenced by the increased number of Canadian mothers initiating breastfeeding. However, adolescent mothers (19 years), compared to all other mothers, have lower rates of breastfeeding initiation and duration. This presentation will identify the facilitating influences and barriers to initiating, and cotinuing breastfeeding, as perceived by adolescent mothers in Canada. The presenter will share national and local statistics and share strategies for effectively translating the research into practice.
Learning Objectives:
Objective 1:To share national & local adolescent breastfeeding rates
Objective 2:To discern the facilitating factors and barriers to adolescent breastfeeding
Objective 3:To share how research was moved into action within the community
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