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

This new edition of Pollards essential textbook ensures readers are equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively promote and support breastfeeding mothers. It covers anatomy and physiology, building relationships, essential skills and good practice guidance, dealing with common problems, public health considerations, mothers needing additional support, babies with special needs, and complementary feeding and weaning. It is suitable for midwifery and nursing students, as well as practitioners undertaking continuing professional development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Breastfeeding is a critical public health concern that provides essential nutrients, immunity, and health benefits for babies. Despite the many advantages, many women face challenges in initiating and sustaining breastfeeding. Support from midwives and health visitors is crucial during the breastfeeding journey. This comprehensive and accessible textbook covers various aspects of breastfeeding, including anatomy and physiology, building relationships, essential skills, good practice guidance, dealing with common problems, public health considerations, mothers needing additional support, babies with special needs, and complementary feeding and weaning. It is designed for midwifery and nursing students, as well as practitioners undertaking continuing professional development. Each chapter begins with specific learning outcomes linked to the UNICEF Baby Friendly Learning Outcomes, key fact boxes, clinical scenarios, and activities to aid learning. By embracing evidence-based care and utilizing this textbook, healthcare professionals can better support breastfeeding mothers and contribute to improving infant and maternal health outcomes.

Weight: 610g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032252582
Edition number: 3 ed