Establishing breastfeeding
This course is intended for healthcare professionals involved in maternal and infant care, including midwives, nurses, pediatricians, general practitioners and other clinicians. It is also intended for mothers who expect to breastfeed or have started breastfeeding.
This course describes the concept of feeding on demand and the frequency of feeding. It tackles milk transfer and the signs of a proper latching compared to poor latching. Thus, participants will learn positive breastfeeding practices and their advantages.
The course also examines the role of cultural and familial influences on breastfeeding.
Learning objectives:
- Describe responsive feeding and its importance.
- Assess milk transfer and proper latching.
- Communicate recommended breastfeeding practices and their key advantages.
- Identify cultural determinants to breastfeeding and assess the role of family legacy.
Duration of the course: 1 hour