Supporting the Needs of Breastfeeding Students on a Catholic University Campus: An Innovative Approach

Autor/inn/en	Turner, Jill A.; Webber, Elaine; Wilson, Sandra H.
Titel	Supporting the Needs of Breastfeeding Students on a Catholic University Campus: An Innovative Approach
Quelle	In: Journal of Catholic Higher Education, 39 (2020) 2, S.187-200 (14 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1948-5891
Schlagwörter	College Students; Mothers; Infants; Nutrition; Barriers; Student Needs; Catholic Schools; College Environment; Program Development; College Role; Michigan (Detroit) + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Collegestudent; Mother; Mutter; Infant; Toddler; Toddlers; Kleinkind; Ernährung; Katholische Schule; Hochschulumwelt; Programmplanung
Abstract	New mothers returning to academic studies face many barriers. One of these barriers -- the continuation of breastfeeding -- can be particularly challenging. Breastfeeding is integral to the health of both mother and infant, underscoring several important tenants of the Catholic ethos; however, the literature indicates a significant number of university campuses lack appropriate space for breastfeeding mothers and have no specific policies or support in place for mothers who are trying to meet their breastfeeding goals. This article describes an innovative approach by the University of Detroit Mercy in creating a lactation support space for students, staff, faculty, and guests. We present steps taken in developing the support program, challenges faced during the process, and recommendations based on lessons learned. (As Provided).
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Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2024/1/01