ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE
To analyze the influence of socio-political, educational and feminist changes in Spain on the maintenance of breastfeeding.
METHOD
Historical-descriptive review of documentation in databases, Official State Bulletins, of the Ministry of Health and Consumer Affairs and Social Welfare.
RESULTS
Breastfeeding is a complex phenomenon influenced by demographic, biological, social and psychological factors. It has changed throughout history and evolved with the feminist movements. The incorporation of women to the labor market (19th century), produced a modification in the family and couple role. The society of the 21st century demands from the public authorities the personal and labor conciliation for the upbringing of their children.
CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATION FOR PRACTICE
There have been multiple factors and evolutionary processes for the socio-cultural situation of women in breastfeeding. Nowadays, it is still complicated to combine pregnancy and upbringing with employment, and formal and informal networks allow advances in health policies.
Keywords:
Breast Feeding; Feminism; Sucking Behavior; Family; History
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