Myths About Breastfeeding as Voiced by Lactating Nurses and Midwives: A Qualitative Study at the Greater Accra Region of Ghana
Angela Kwartemaa Acheampong,
Alhassan Sibdow Abukari
Abstract:Introduction Breastfeeding has proven over the years to be one of the most effective means to ensure child survival. The advocators and myth busters of breastfeeding myths are supposed to be health professionals. However very little is known about myths surrounding breastfeeding as expressed by these health professionals (nurses and midwives). Hence this study. Objective The study aimed at exploring the myths about breastfeeding as voiced by lactating nurses and midwives. Method Qualitative exploratory descrip… Show more
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