Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

Christophe Vanroelen

Publications

• Research Article
  Exploring Perceptions and Practices of Biomedical Norms during Exclusive Breastfeeding among HIV-Positive Lactating Mothers in Mozambique
  Author(s): Carlos Eduardo Cuinhane, Gily Coene, Kristien Roelens and Christophe VanroelenCarlos Eduardo Cuinhane, Gily Coene, Kristien Roelens and Christophe Vanroelen
  
  Introduction: To prevent passing infection to their infants, Mozambican mothers with HIV are advised to follow biomedical norms during breastfeeding. However, little is yet known about how HIV-positive mothers perceive biomedical norms during the breastfeeding period. Objective: To analyse lactating mothers’ perceptions and compliance with biomedical norms recommended for reducing the risk of mother-to-child transmission of HIV via breastfeeding. Method: A qualitative study was carried out consisting of in-depth interviews with 59 HIV-positive lactating mothers. This involved 5 focus group discussions, direct observation and 6 semi-structured interviews with nurses. We used Bourdieu’s theory of practice as a guiding framework for data analysis. Results: Findings revealed participants had mixed perceptions and inadequate knowledge about breast milk and exclusive breastfe.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000687

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