Evidence-based Care for Breastfeeding Mothers: A Resource for Midwives and Allied Healthcare Professionals [Hardcover]

Mapped to the UNICEF Baby Friendly Learning Outcomes, this new edition of Pollards essential textbook ensures readers are equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively promote and support breastfeeding mothers.

1. Putting breastfeeding into context 2. Building relationships 3. Anatomy and physiology of lactation 4. Essential skills for practice 5. Good practice to promote, initiate and support breastfeeding 6. Management of common problems 7. Supporting mothers with special needs 8. Infants with special needs 9. Alternative methods of infant feeding when breastfeeding is not possible 10. Introducing solid foods 11. Ongoing support for breastfeeding mothers 12. Developing knowledge and skills to support breastfeeding mothers

Maria Pollard is Deputy Director (Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions) at NHS Education for Scotland, UK.

Mapped to the UNICEF Baby Friendly Learning Outcomes, this new edition of Pollards essential textbook ensures readers are equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to eff ectively promote and support breastfeeding mothers.

Breastfeeding is a major public health issue. Not only does breastmilk provide all the nutrients a baby needs for their fi rst six months, but research shows it also helps to protect infants from infection and reduce obesity, as well as helping to protect mothers from some diseases in later life. Although many women want to breastfeed, rates drop rapidly in the fi rst days and weeks after giving birth. Women need the support of their midwives and health visitors when establishing breastfeeding and throughout their childrens infancy. This comprehensive and accessible text covers:

• anatomy and physiology
• building relationships
• essential skills and good practice guidance
• dealing witlÓ+