Evidence-Based Care for Breastfeeding Mothers - A Resource for Midwives and Allied Healthcare Professionals

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

List of contents

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

About the author

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

Summary

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

Product details

• Authors: Maria Pollard, Maria (University of the West of Scotland Pollard, Pollard Maria
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.08.2023
• EAN: 9781032252407
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3225240-7
• No. of pages: 232
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; MEDICAL / Perinatology & Neonatology, MEDICAL / Nursing / Maternity, Perinatal, Women's Health, Midwifery, Neonatal Medicine