title: A framework for describing first time breastfeeding Latina mothers' information needs, information seeking behaviors, resources & communication processes.
abstract: A literature review highlights the need to use multiple concepts to describe and understand First Time Breastfeeding (FTBF) Latina mothers information needs, information seeking behaviors, communication processes, and resources used to initiate, continue and prevent premature weaning. A framework for describing these concepts integrates 5 major theoretical perspectives.
authors.affiliation: Columbia University, New York, NY, USA.
authors.forename: Suzanne
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Bakken
authors.forename: Maryelena
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Vargas
mesh_terms: D001942:Breast Feeding; D003142:Communication; D005260:Female; D006266:Health Education; D006630:Hispanic or Latino; D006801:Humans; D010342:Patient Acceptance of Health Care