Evidence-Based Education in Breastfeeding and Human Lactation
A Three-Day Intensive Workshop
Day Two
At the end of this session you are able to:
- Identify possible approaches when caring for a breastfeeding baby who is having problems with latch
- Develop a breastfeeding care plan for the newborn who has hyperbilirbinemia
- Describe ways to make patient interactions more effective and efficient
- Develop possible scripts for common breastfeeding scenarios
- Discuss common sense approaches to help a mother with nipple pain, engorgement, infection
Topics included:
Avoiding, Identifying and Treating Early Challenges
- Babies who don't latch
- Hyperbilirubinemia
Making Our Time Efficient
- The ABCs of breastfeeding help
- Attachment
- Breastmilk production
- Maternal confidence
- How can I do this when I have no time?
- What are the major obstacles to helping women breastfeed in my work setting?
One-Liners to Make A Difference
- What Do Parents Say/Ask For?
- "I am too tired"
- "I'll feed the baby later"
- "Take my baby to the nursery"
- "I need some formula"
- Dealing with best practice versus choice
- Effective communication about feeding issues
- Critical Thinking About What We Feed Babies
Avoiding, Identifying and Treating Early Challenges (Continued)
- Sore nipples
- Engorgement
- Infection