From: Institutional support for breastfeeding in Ghana: a case study of University of Education, Winneba
Main category | Subcategories |
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University support for breastfeeding | Breastfeeding policy, lactation rooms/onsite crèches Environmental hazards, mothers’ preferences |
Reasons for combing academic work and childcare | Ageing, fear of losing admission Pressure to meet social expectation |
Challenges of combining childcare with academic work | Conflicting responsibility, compromised child safety, divided attention, stress |
Mechanisms for coping with childcare and academic work | Effective time management Support from peers, academic counselors, relatives and spouses. Use of crèches |