DOI: 10.5176/2315-4330_WNC19.274
Authors: Ms. Tri Budiati
Abstract: Background: Postpartum cesarean mothers had a good understanding and knowledge of exclusive breastfeeding (84%), but only 23.3% of postpartum cesarean mothers were doing exclusive breastfeeding. This situation is deal with the culture influence of the family and community of the breast feeding practice .
Objective: The purpose of this study is to identify the Experience of husbands and family in dealing with Culture On Exclusive Breastfeeding Practice In Post Caesarean Section Mothers on Cibinong West Java region.
Method: This study used qualitative phenomenological approach.
Result: There were five themes identified from the qualitative study namely: the practice of breastfeeding, factors that influence mothers in giving breast milk, beliefs and values influencing the breastfeeding practice, experience of husband and family in support breastfeeding, experience of husband and family in dealing with culture, belief and value in breast feeding
Conclusion: Exclusive breastfeeding remains low in that city especially in post-cesarean mothers who are influenced by culture, values, and support of husband and family. They need support to provide exclusive breastfeeding.
Keywords: Barriers to exclusive breastfeeding, Post-caesarean section mothers, Social Culture, husband and family support
