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The Lived Experiences of Fathers in Mealtimes: A Thematic Synthesis of Qualitative Literature
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol.19, pp.1-17
2022
Abstract
The paternal experience of family mealtimes is an emerging field within qualitative literature. Previous quantitative studies suggest that differences exist between fathers’ and mothers’ mealtime behaviours, particularly in response to fussy eating. However, qualitative research has not yet focused exclusively on fathers’ fussy eating experiences. This metasynthesis aimed to provide insights into the general paternal experience, inclusive of their fussy eating responses. Thematic synthesis methodology was adopted to achieve this process and consisted of a systematic search resulting in the inclusion of 16 studies (18 papers). The direct quotations presented within each study were subjected to three stages of analysis to produce three analytical themes, supported by eight descriptive themes. The analytical themes presented were: (1) environmental influences on fathers’ mealtime experiences; (2) attitudes and emotions of fathers during mealtimes; and (3) observable behaviours of fathers during mealtimes. These themes highlighted the complexity of the mealtime experience from a paternal perspective. Multidirectional relationships were identified between each mealtime component (i.e., the environment, attitudes, emotions and behaviours) as evidenced by the paternal commentary presented. The findings also provided insights into fathers’ fussy eating experiences, recognising that fathers should be considered as individuals in the presence of mealtime intervention. View Full-Text
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- Title
- The Lived Experiences of Fathers in Mealtimes: A Thematic Synthesis of Qualitative Literature
- Authors
- Natalie Campbell (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - LegacyMichele Verdonck (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - LegacyLibby Swanepoel (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - LegacyLaine Chilman (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
- Publication details
- International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol.19, pp.1-17
- Publisher
- MDPI AG
- Date published
- 2022
- DOI
- 10.3390/ijerph19021008
- ISSN
- 1660-4601; 1661-7827
- Copyright note
- © 2022 by the authors. Licensee MDPI, Basel, Switzerland. This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (https:// creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).
- Organisation Unit
- Australian Centre for Pacific Islands Research; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health - Nutrition & Dietetics; School of Health - Occupational Therapy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99601208702621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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