Citation

Lundeen S, Sorensen S, Bland M, George S, Snyder B. Nurs. Womens Health 2016; 20(3): 277-287.

Affiliation

Harris Health System in Houston, TX.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1016/j.nwh.2016.03.004

PMID

27287354

Abstract

The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative is a global initiative that aims to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. This study explores and describes the process of attaining Baby-Friendly designation from nurses' perspectives. A purposive sampling design was used to recruit registered nurse participants in a large, safety-net, tertiary care facility. Data were collected via semistructured interviews and were analyzed using descriptive interpretative analysis. The following themes were revealed: Resistance, Culture, Investment in the Journey, Teamwork, and Source of Pride.

RESULTS indicate that comfortable yet antiquated practices led to fear of change and resistance. Initial culture shock was mediated by a successful education model, powerful experiences, and positive outcomes.

© 2016 AWHONN, the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses.

Language: en