{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Web 2.0 as a new support for breastfeeding: Perception of mothers and professionals through a qualitative approach.
{Author}: Díaz-Cano AI;Esplugues-Cebrián A;
{Journal}: Enferm Clin (Engl Ed)
{Volume}: 34
{Issue}: 1
{Year}: 2024 Jan-Feb 6
暂无{DOI}: 10.1016/j.enfcle.2023.11.001
{Abstract}: <B>OBJECTIVE: </B>The objective of this paper is to explore the influence of Web 2.0 as a complementary support network to traditional networks for the promotion of breastfeeding (BF).<BR><B>METHODS: </B>Qualitative and exploratory study carried out from September 8 to December 31, 2022, at the Las Vegas Health Centre (Corvera), Health Service of the Principality of Asturias (SESPA). The participants were 5 professional experts in BF and 7 breastfeeding mothers, who made up two focus groups, selected by convenience sampling. The analysis consisted of transcription of data, in-depth reading, analysis by grouping concepts and classification of the information into categories.<BR><B>RESULTS: </B>After the final analysis, seven categories were identified, organised according to the proximity of the topic and the proposed objective, based on the most significant discourses of the study: difficulties during BF, importance of receiving help: first support networks, other support networks, A health system with deficiencies, pandemic and BF 2.0, Health 2.0 and apps in BF: new form of support and characteristics of an "ideal" app on BF.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>Web 2.0 has revolutionised the way mothers access information and support on BF, creating an online support network connecting mothers and professionals around the world, providing up-to-date information and enabling a source of emotional support through the creation of peer groups. This positive influence of Web 2.0 has had a significant impact on promoting BF and empowering mothers to make informed decisions about their breastfeeding process.