Lactation support in neonatal intensive care units in Germany from the mothers’ perspective – a mixed-method study of the current status and needs

Lactation support in neonatal intensive care units in Germany from the mothers’ perspective – a mixed-method study of the current status and needs

Abstract Background Establishing successful lactation in mothers of very low birth weight (VLBW, <1500g) infants requires structured lactation support. Little is known about mothers’ perspectives on lactation support in German neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Methods This paper features a c...

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Main Authors: Isabella Schwab, Ricarda Wullenkord, Friederike Eyssel, Till Dresbach, Nadine Scholten, on behalf of Neo-MILK
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
VLBW infants
Preterm birth
MOM
Mother´s own milk
Lactation
NICU
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-024-06339-9

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-024-06339-9

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