Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://knowledgecommons.lakeheadu.ca/handle/2453/139
Title: The Infant feeding experiences of urban Aboriginal mothers : implications for universal breastfeeding policy
Authors: Gauld, Tara K.
Keywords: Breast Feeding;Native women;Health and hygiene;Native children
Issue Date: 2009
Abstract: In Canada breastfeeding rates are lower among marginalized women and studies have demonstrated that successful and exclusive breastfeeding for the recommended six months frequently requires an extensive support system, one that is often absent among marginalized women. The purpose of this study was to explore the infant feeding decisions and experiences of urban Aboriginal women, the factors that influenced their decisions, and the implications of universal breastfeeding policy for Aboriginal women. Utilizing feminist qualitative methodology, I interviewed seven Aboriginal women and seven health and social service professionals providing services to Aboriginal women in Thunder Bay, Ontario.
URI: http://knowledgecommons.lakeheadu.ca/handle/2453/139
metadata.etd.degree.discipline: Sociology
metadata.etd.degree.name: Master of Arts
metadata.etd.degree.level: Master
metadata.dc.contributor.advisor: Wakewich, Pamela
metadata.dc.contributor.committeemember: Ariss, Rachel
Katt, Mae
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