Evidence-based Care for Breastfeeding Mothers

Download or read book Evidence-based Care for Breastfeeding Mothers written by Maria Pollard and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-03 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breastfeeding is a major public health issue. Breast milk provides all the nutrients a baby needs for their first six months. Research studies also show that breastfeeding helps to protect infants from infection and mothers from some diseases in later life. Breastfeeding rates are low, however, and women need the support of their midwives and health visitors when beginning breastfeeding and throughout their child's infancy. Based on the UNICEF UK Baby Friendly best practice standards for higher education, this accessible textbook addresses all 18 outcomes to ensure that students are equipped w.