Edmunds, Fulbrook, and Miles (2013) published a qualitative phenomenological study named
“Understanding the Experiences of Mothers Who are Breastfeeding an Infant with Tongue-Tie: A
Phenomenological Study”. The research study was conducted in order to determine what it is like to breastfeed an infant with tongue tie using critical appraisal of subjective experiences of the mothers before and after frenotomy. Ankyloglossia (Tongue-tie) is a “congenital condition characterized by an abnormally short, thickened, or tight lingual frenulum or an anterior attachment of the lingual frenulum that restricts mobility of the tongue” (AHRQ, 2015 Pg. 1). This condition prevents infants from properly latching on breasts causing mothers to experience
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By not citing literature on Ankyglossia which argue that tongue-tie does not limit infants feeding or caused severe painful breastfeeding experience shows researchers’ bias. As a result, it limits research credibility. In conclusion, the researchers used literature to establish the significance of the study by noting the gap in preceding tongue-tie research studies that ignores subjective experiences of mothers who breastfed tongue-tie infants.
Theoretical Frameworks The research study did not clearly identify the any clinical framework.
Methodology:
Edmunds, et al., (2013) study is a qualitative research that utilized hermeneutic phenomenological design. The aim of the study was to measure subjective experience this design is appropriate because it shares the focus of the study, which is exploring experiences of mothers who breastfed tongue-tie infants. This design helps authors make sense of mothers’ experience and interpret the meaning they gave to this experiences. Edmund Husserl is a German Mathematician who founded the philosophical movement of phenomenology (Rainer, 2012). He developed this descriptive concept for measurement of everyday experiences while bracketing preconceived
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The length of this interview provide enough time for the investigators to gain in-depth of information and creates supportive environment that is needed particularly where emotional issues is at stake. The interview and conversation was stopped when participant acknowledge that they have nothing else to share. The authors kept a journal where findings were reported robustly with the inclusion of direct quotes from the participants. Appropriate questions were asked targeted at mothers’ experiences about breastfeeding. The open ended questions used efficiently met research aim despite the fact that no balance was maintain with close ended questions. The article lack detail information on validity and reliability of the questions used for the interview. Following the interview, information was digitally recorded data collected and transcribed verbatim. Using the verbatim, authors analyzed responses then came up with several themes that describe key issues discussed by the participants related to the experiences of breastfeeding tongue-tie
Naidoo and Wills (2000) identify four stages in the behaviour-change process, and these can apply to choosing to breastfeed. First, the
The audience intended for this paper are mothers that have a desire to breastfeed, employers, clinicians, breastfeeding advocacy groups and federal and state legislators involved in policy change.
AHRQ. (2009). Breastfeeding, Maternal & Infant Health Outcomes. Retrieved January 22, 2015, from Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality: http://archive.ahrq.gov/clinic/tp/brfouttp.htm
It is shown that the longer the duration of breastfeeding, the less likely they are to develop these health issues (Godfrey, Lawrence 1598).
Specific Purpose: The purpose of this speech is to motivate my audience by discussing the problems, solutions, and potential outcomes of breastfeeding infants.
In Gina Ciagne’s article “Breastfeeding Has Heart and Can Save Yours” researched showed that just like men, the number one killer of women was cardiovascular disease (2012). In the article it also stated that women “who breastfeed could lower their risk of developing heart disease and related issues” (Ciagne, 2012), Ciagne also stated that the body resets after pregnancy if the woman is breastfeeding (2012), While reading this article length was fairly short, and the vocabulary used was very easy to read and understand. Ciagnes credential listed was a CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor), The writing style Ciagne used were in ways mothers could relate, using emotions and repetition while still being informative. All in all the articles conclusion with the results were consistent.
Thesis: Breastfeeding provides unique nutrients for the baby, protects from disease, has health benefits for the mother, and provides a unique bond between mother and baby.
Upper lip tie is when the upper lip is fused to the upper gum to a degree that the upper lip is prevented from flaring out or curling—a movement that is necessary for breast feeding. While it’s common for infants to exhibit some degree of upper lip tie without it affecting their ability to suckle, there are many infants that suffer with more serious cases that prevent them from feeding all together. As a top-rated children’s dentist in Anchorage, AK, Alaska Dentistry for Kids specializes in laser lip and tongue tie treatment that is an effective method to helping infants during their first months of life.
“Breastfeeding is an unequalled way of providing ideal food for the healthy growth and development of infants; it is also an integral part of the reproductive process with important implications for the health of mothers” Statement taken from the world health organization publication on the nutrition of exclusive breastfeeding.
For thousands of years, breastfeeding has been the main source that women have had to feed their babies. In today’s society, however, breastfeeding has become a controversial issue due to the increased sexualization of the female body, especially women’s breasts. This same society has failed to consider the benefits that breastfeeding mothers offer to society and, most importantly, the benefits breastfeeding offers to children. It is important to consider and remember that breastfeeding is natural and nursing mothers should be free to nurse everywhere because it is their legal right, it is the first source of nutrition for their children, it eliminates excess waste in the environment, and it benefits society.
The case study presents; Jane, a six-year-old female, whom has recently, started to suck her thumb, habitually. This behaviour overlaps, with the birth
We explored the bond created between mother and child, the health benefits for babies, and the many ways in which a mother benefits from breastfeeding.
It might be argued that the length of breastfeeding is not a valid assessment of the strength of bond between mother and infant since it is
Women who had been diagnosed with HIV and then had given birth were often discouraged to breastfeed their babies. The mothers and babies wouldn’t have to only miss out on the beautiful bond that a mother and child create
162 mothers and 100 partners or coaches from 22 breastfeeding classes held over a one-year period