What does this research mean for the field?

Targeted education and integration of tele-lactation within HIV care systems can enhance lactation support for postpartum women with HIV. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore lactation consultants' (LCs) knowledge and attitudes regarding HIV-related breastfeeding support.

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February 25, 2026Open Access

Breastfeeding support for women with HIV: lactation consultant HIV-knowledge, attitudes, stigma, and tele-lactation experiences

Key Points

To explore lactation consultants' (LCs) knowledge and attitudes regarding HIV-related breastfeeding support.
Assessing LCs' knowledge gaps about HIV and breastfeeding.
Identifying structural challenges faced by LCs in providing support.
Evaluating the integration of tele-lactation services within HIV care systems.
LCs showed significant gaps in HIV-related breastfeeding knowledge.
Structural challenges hindered effective counseling and support.
Tele-lactation offers a promising avenue for improving lactation support in HIV care.

Abstract

LCs are motivated to support PP-PWH but face HIV-specific knowledge gaps and structural challenges shaping preparedness and counseling practices. Targeted education, clear guidance, and integration of tele-lactation within HIV care systems may strengthen equitable, person-centered lactation support.

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Barr et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

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