"Becoming an independent feeder": infant's transition in solid food introduction through baby-led weaning.
- Publisher:
- Springer Science and Business Media LLC
- Publication Type:
- Journal Article
- Citation:
- BMC Proc, 2020, 14, (Suppl 13), pp. 18
- Issue Date:
- 2020-12-08
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BACKGROUND: Baby-led weaning (BLW), a method for introducing complementary foods, has become popular because it is considered beneficial for infants. METHODS: This study investigated the experiences of mothers when using BLW in Jakarta, Indonesia using a qualitative descriptive approach. Thirteen mothers participated who had introduced complementary feeding using BLW for a minimum of 6 months. Semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis was used to work with the data. RESULTS: Three themes were identified: avoiding being a 'picky' eater; infants gagging and choking; and becoming independent feeders. CONCLUSION: Further research related to the growth and development of baby-led weaning infants in Indonesia is recommended.
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