"It's Okay With Our Culture but We're in a Different Place and We Have to Show Respect": Marshallese Migrants and Exclusive Breastfeeding Initiation.

Britni L AyersRachel S PurvisCari A BogulskiSharon C M ReeceSheena CarlLeeKaren H Kim YearyPearl A McElfish

Published in: Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association (2022)

Our study was the first to document infant feeding beliefs and experiences of Marshallese living in the United States at 6-8 weeks postpartum. Findings will inform future health education programs.

Keyphrases

healthcare
public health
mental health
preterm infants
current status
gestational age
risk assessment