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- Title
Maternal Knowing and Social Networks: Understanding First-Time Mothers' Search for Information and Support Through Online and Offline Social Networks.
- Authors
Price, Sheri Lynn; Aston, Megan; Monaghan, Joelle; Sim, Meaghan; Murphy, Gail Tomblin; Etowa, Josephine; Pickles, Michelle; Hunter, Andrea; Little, Victoria
- Abstract
The postpartum period is an exciting yet stressful time for first-time mothers, and although the experience may vary, all mothers need support during this crucial period. In Canada, there has been a shift for universal postpartum services to be offered predominantly online. However, due to a paucity of literature, it is difficult to determine the degree to which mothers' needs are being effectively addressed. The aim of this study was to examine and understand how first-time mothers accessed support and information (online and offline) during the first 6 months of their postpartum period. Using feminist poststructuralism methodology, data were collected from focus groups and e-interviews, and analyzed using discourse analysis. Findings indicate that peer support is greatly valued, and mothers often use social media to make in-person social connections. Findings highlight how accessing support and information is socially and institutionally constructed and provide direction for health professionals to provide accessible postpartum care.
- Subjects
NOVA Scotia; DISCOURSE analysis; FEMINIST criticism; FOCUS groups; HELP-seeking behavior; INTERNET; INTERVIEWING; RESEARCH methodology; PSYCHOLOGY of mothers; PUERPERIUM; RESEARCH funding; SOCIAL networks; SOCIAL support; INFORMATION-seeking behavior
- Publication
Qualitative Health Research, 2018, Vol 28, Issue 10, p1552
- ISSN
1049-7323
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/1049732317748314