Table 3 Themes and sub-themes

Theme 1: Breastfeeding is challenging

Lactation difficulties

Complexity of breastfeeding aids

Determination to breastfeed

Theme 2: Feeling judged about infant feeding choices

Breastfeeding in public

Bottle/formula feeding

Theme 3: Experiences with breastfeeding support

Professional support

Partner support

Family support

Peer support

Theme 4: Experiences and views on breastfeeding education

Prenatal education

Early postnatal education

Community education