Ms Marjorie Atchan
health
University of Canberra
Australia
Biography
Since the BFHI was officially launched globally in 1992 it has struggled to gain traction in Australia. Marjorie's research investigates the operationalisation of a global strategy in a national setting and examines the factors influencing uptake and sustainability. Her case study research approach focusses on three areas: the initial implementation period 1992-1995, the current context and a comparison of the implementation and outcomes of three high income nations - Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Since the BFHI was officially launched globally in 1992 it has struggled to gain traction in Australia. Marjorie's research investigates the operationalisation of a global strategy in a national setting and examines the factors influencing uptake and sustainability. Her case study research approach focusses on three areas: the initial implementation period 1992-1995, the current context and a comparison of the implementation and outcomes of three high income nations - Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
Research Interest
TBA Postnatal issues for women and babies Breastfeeding and infant feeding The Baby Friendly Health Initiative
Publications
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Atchan, M., Foureur, M. & Davis D. (2011). The decision not to initiate breastfeeding – women’s reasons, attitudes and influencing factors. Breastfeeding Review, 19(2), 9-17.
