“Nutritional status is the balance between nutrient intake and nutrient requirements” (Jarvis, 2012). “Optimal nutritional status is achieved when sufficient nutrients are consumed to support [the] body’s needs and any increased metabolic demands caused by growth, pregnancy, or illness” (Jarvis, 2012). Newborns require intense nutritional and metabolic needs as they increase 50% in their length in the first year of life and double it by 4 years of age (Jarvis, 2012). Breast milk provides “specific nutrition” that meets the infant’s nutritional needs and there has been “indisputable evidence” from research that demonstrates the health benefits of breastfeeding infants including a “lower incidence [of diseases] such as otitis media, atopic …show more content…
And so, these are some reasons why breastmilk and breastfeeding are actively encouraged in health care (DHHS, 2014). However, when a new mother refuses to breastfeed it is “important for nurses to explore the positive and negative aspects of breastfeeding from the mother's perspective” (Barrientos & Bylaska-Davies, 2015). This is because “nurses spend the most time with mothers during the pre and post-partum period, as well as care for the infants following delivery”(Barrientos & Bylaska-Davies, 2015). Therefore with effective communication and education on different options for feeding, and by conducting frequent nutritional assessments of the infant the nurse can ensure adequate nutrition for the infant. The Best Start 3 Step Breastfeeding Counseling Strategy can be used: by asking the mother open-ended questions, affirming her feelings, and educating the mother on the advantages for both the mother and the child (Lazarov & Evans, 2011). It is important to note that educating the mother with information should not be overwhelming but should be in “small amounts of information that is relevant for the individual mother” (yellowpdf). If the new mother still is undecided about breastfeeding the nurse should continue to encourage the use of breastmilk, expressed milk, and pumping (DHHS,
According to Muh Begum (2014), breastfeeding brings about enhanced baby and maternal wellbeing results in the industrialized, developing world. Breastfeeding is recommended as the best choice for babies and mothers, versus formula feeding. Breastfeeding is beneficial for brain development, protects babies from chronic conditions, and contains appropriate amounts of carbohydrates, protein, and fat. However, many mothers do not get the opportunity to breastfeed. Therefore, breastfeeding is supplemented with formula, which causes numerous health risks.
This is Eromosele, I love Grand Canyon University.Breastfeeding decision should be addressed prenatally to give more time for the mother to make decision before the baby is born. The nurse and the doctors should found out her preference first because most women make up their mind during pregnancy and if they receive proper education from the doctor and nurse, followed by attending breastfeeding classes, they would make the best decision and prepared for it before delivery. To address the postpartum mother reluctancy on adequate nutrition for a newborn, she should not be judged nor forced into formula or breastfeeding, rather,respect her decision, found out why she does not want to breastfeed, any concern should be addressed appropriately.
Breast milk is the most important source of nutrition for infants as it will help promote health, growth, immunity, and development. Human breast contains antibodies, viable leukocytes, and many other substances that can stop or prevent bacterial colonization and prevent harmful penetration of the newborns body. The American Academy of Pediatrics actually advocates for exclusive breast-feeding, because ideally, breast milk should be the sole nutrient for the first 6 months and continued with foods until 12 months of life or longer.
Human infants, at the time which they are born, are incredibly dependent creatures. Extensive measures must be taken to ensure that they are given the adequate nutrients they need in order to grow into a health, fully-functioning adult. The means in which infants receive these nutrients is most commonly through breastfeeding. The intimate relationship between mother and child that exists in the womb is maintained after birth through the act of breastfeeding. The choice of a mother to breastfeed her child has numerous, serious implications – for both herself and her offspring. The physiological consequences that breastfeeding has on mother and child are undeniable. Breastfeeding directly affects the physical development of an infant
According to World Health Organization (WHO, 2016), Breastfeeding is the standard and natural method of delivering young infants with the adequate nutrients that is needed and required for healthy growth and development. Breast milk is the best and optimal nutrition for infants, in which there are health benefits for both the infants, mothers, families and communities as whole. According to Rockville the (2011), most women in the United States are aware that, breastfeeding is the optimum source of nutrition for most infants, but lack of adequate knowledge and information about its detailed benefits and the risks associated with not breastfeeding.
If you switch on your television, you will definitely be bombarded with a wide variety of formula milk advertisements.These advertisements boasted their products that they can provide the best nutrition to babies and help babies develop a good health and a wholesome brain.However,with just a few click on your computer, you will find a treasure :breastmilk, which is more nutritious and beneficial to babies’ development.Yet,most of the mothers still choose to feed their babies with formula milk.Breastfeeding should be a mandatory feeding method in infancy in that breastfeeding is of enormous benefit to children health development, mothers’ body recovery and it helps build a bonding between mother and babies.
Along with the New York Times, The Guardian agrees in the notion that breastfeeding, “helps protect infants from infection and other diseases,” such as gastrointestinal infections, respiratory tract infections, asthma, and middle ear infections(guardian)(137) Nutrient needs are arguably the most important thing an infant can have, another being maternal influences. The Lifespan Development book agrees with both online articles in that “the importance of receiving adequate energy intake and nutrients in a loving and supportive environment cannot be overstated.”(137) Breastfeeding gives infants the nutrients they need to survive and protect their bodies until they are of age and are able to receive nutrients from other sources of
New mothers experience many challenges after labor. One of the largest challenges is breastfeeding and breastfeeding in public. Many mothers do not know what to do or how to approach the issue. Mothers struggle with this decision due to social norms, health risks, and cultural expectations. These factors make or break the decision to breastfeed or not to breastfeed. Society has a role in every decision that anyone makes. This is why it is that much more important for mothers because they are not only responsible for their own lives, but for someone else and making their decisions when they cannot do so for themselves. There needs to be a change in society for women to take a stand and chose to breastfeed to get the maximum nutrients and benefits
An infant who is breastfed receives added health benefits compared to a child who is formula fed. In the first few days after birth, the breast milk is comprised of protein, vitamins A and E, and antibodies which help protect the infant from infection. After the first few days, the mature breast milk contains fats and cholesterol, which are essential for the growth and development of the infant’s nervous system, eyes, and brain. It also contains micronutrients calcium and magnesium, which are beneficial to the infant’s growth (Thompson et al., 2010).
The cross-sectional method was used because the data was collected at a particular time. The method was quick and easy to conduct as there was no lengthy followups. The questionnaire was administered to 164 women, and a two week interval was allowed before follow up interviews were conducted on breastfeeding and breast-intending women. This study generally targeted English speaking willing participants. The aim of the study was to determine the type of breastfeeding, breastfeeding duration and level of satisfaction with personal and professional sources of support received. The impact of these on breastfeeding intention and behaviours were also assessed. Potential participants were identified from the birth register each morning, and were approached and requested to participate in the study. Those who gave consent were then interviewed and a telephone interview was scheduled two weeks postpartum. The follow up questionnaire had questions on breastfeeding, parenting and support services received by the beast feeding woman over the two weeks period after delivery. Microsoft Excel and SPSS were used for data capture, management and analysis. The study established that 76.2% of women intended to breastfeed within the first 24 hours, whereas 77.4% of babies were
Human breast milk is a biological fluid that supplies an adequate amount of nutrients and components, which assures the effective development and growth of a newborn (Ebringer, Ferenčík, & Krajčovič, 2008). It is one of the healthiest methods of feeding a newborn from the time they are born, until the first six months of life and can be prolonged to up to 2 years or more. Several studies have strongly outlined the numerous benefits that breastfeeding has to offer, in which assists both the
Choosing to decide your newborns first food can feel like a challenging dilemma. After speaking with both new and existing moms each agreed that breastfeeding provides an array of benefits that surpasses the alternative feeding options. Stores nationwide are stocked with various brands of formula all claiming to contain the conducive various nutrients of breast milk. In comparison to store-bought formulas and its many facets, breastfeeding is the overall best adequate source for most newborn growth and development. Furthermore, Breast milk is naturally gentle on a newborns digestive system. Also it is a convenient choice to balance your newly preoccupied life, and not to mention it’s economically friendly on any budget.
Becoming a mother is a time of excitement, preparation, anxiety, and uncertainty. Women are given nine months to prepare and make all decisions before the big day of giving birth. One of the most important decisions a woman must make is how they plan on feeding their child. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports, “In 2011, 79% of newborn infants started to breastfeed” and of those infants “49% were breastfeeding at 6 months and 27% at 12 months.” More women should breastfeed their child because of the cost, convenience, and it is not only beneficial for the child, but also for the mother as well.
Breastfeeding has been identified as the best method of infant feeding. There are many benefits for the mother and the infant when breastfeeding is the method used. Unfortunately, not all mothers are not aware of the complications that can occur when breastfeeding. Complications of breastfeeding include sore or painful nipples, plugged ducts, engorgement, breast tenderness and infection of the breast known as mastitis. The purpose of this essay is to allow students to reveal their ability to incorporate and pertain knowledge of critically evaluating published research studies as a foundation for making evidence-based practice decisions. B and Nayak (2017) conducted a study to identify breastfeeding problems among postnatal mothers. Other research studies that are similar are relevant to evidence based practice because integrating awareness programs can help mothers with their concerns and complications of breastfeeding. Critiquing this article
One such debate is still very common and includes new mothers and their decision to breastfeed or formula feed their infant. Many opinions have been thrown around when it comes to this debate, especially in regards to low birth weight babies who are admitted to the NICU after birth. When it comes to making life-altering decisions like steady weight gain in neonates, it is important that nurses are able to properly inform the mothers of the most effective method of nourishing their infant. Breastfeeding helps the neonate bond with the mother and more readily absorb calcium and iron, as well as leukocytes which can only be found in breastmilk; whereas formula feeding provides adequate nutrition but is lacking in those nutrients.