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Explanation for Cessation of Breastfeeding in Mothers of Twins

Elizabeth G. Damato, PhD, RN

Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio

Donna A. Dowling, PhD, RN, CLC

Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio

Theresa S. Standing, PhD, RN

Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio

Shawn D. Schuster, MSN, RNC, NNP

Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio

This study used content analysis to examine reasons for cessation of breastfeeding of twins by 2 time points: 9.4 weeks and 28.3 weeks of age. From a convenience sample of 123 mothers, 110 initiated breastfeeding for their twins. Thirty women had stopped breastfeeding by time 1, with an additional 37 women stopping by time 2. Three major themes were identified regarding weaning: factors related to breastfeeding process, to mother’s role and health, and to infant behavior and health. Subcategories were identified for each theme, with additional subcategories emerging at time 2. Cited reasons are similar to those given by singleton mothers; however, mothers of twins identified unique issues related to infants’ behaviors, challenges presented by growth and development, and time commitments that interfered with breastfeeding continuation. Implications of the study suggest the need for continued lactation support as the twins grow and develop and new breastfeeding issues arise.

Key Words: multiple pregnancy • twins • breastfeeding • weaning

Journal of Human Lactation, Vol. 21, No. 3, 296-304 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/0890334405277501
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