Browsing by Subject "Breastfeeding"
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Breast feeding intention and initiation among rural, low-income Native American and African American adolescent mothers in North Carolina: testing the theory of planned behavior
(East Carolina University, 2014)Abstract Infant feeding practices can greatly impact a child's life with far reaching implications based upon decisions a mother makes for her newborn. Breastfeeding is the preferred method of infant feeding because of ... -
Creating Lactation Support at East Carolina University
(2018-05-11)In 2012, there were two lactation rooms on campus. Since then, nine more rooms have been created. The library building was selected for the creation of a lactation room due to the building’s distance from other lactation ... -
CULTURAL TARGETING OF BREASTFEEDING DISCOURSE FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN
(East Carolina University, 2012)This dissertation explores cultural factors that may influence African American women's breastfeeding choices and experiences as well as how those developing breastfeeding discourse for African American women target this ... -
The Relationship Between Breastfeeding and Postpartum Depression
(East Carolina University, 2023-04-26)Postpartum depression is a psychological complication experienced by the mother post-childbirth, and the time it lasts varies from woman to woman. This mental health disorder is diagnosed by a healthcare provider and can ...