The first week postpartum is crucial for the establishment of a healthy milk supply and for maternal confidence in breastfeeding. This module explains the optimal timing of the post-discharge visit, how to assess whether the infant is receiving enough milk, safe means of infant supplementation when needed, and addresses common parental concerns.
Learning Objectives:
Objective 1: Recite 3 goals to accomplish regarding breastfeeding support in the first week postpartum. Objective 2:
Describe 3 signs of adequate milk intake in the first 3 days postpartum. Objective 3:
List 3 interventions that support infants and breastfeeding mothers during a delay in lactation in the first week postpartum.
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