Lactation

Beneficence is “the principle that imposes on the practitioner a duty to seek the good for patients under all circumstances (Edge & Groves, 2006, p. 385).” The job of lactation consultant is to provide the woman with breastfeeding support. It is always looking out for the better of the infant and the woman who it involves. Therefore, practicing beneficence. Beneficence is also practiced in very country and culture that was studied in this research. It was to improve the rates of breastfeeding

* Private Practice Lactation Consultant Business Plan Stephanie Roberts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Executive summary Breastfeeding is not only a lifestyle choice but also an important health care choice. Any amount of time that a mother can do it will help both her and the baby. Many benefits of breast milk are noted for mothers, babies, and others. Breast milk has disease-fighting cells called antibodies

can reduce costs from 1200-1500 dollars yearly (Breastfeeding and Lactation Support Policy, 2016). Employers also can be rewarded for encouraging their employees to breastfeed their infants. The Department of Health and Human Services reports that women who are able to breastfeed their infants longer have and increased attendance, reduction in insurance claims, and a decreased loss of job knowledge and turnover (Employee Lactation Support Program, 2016). Also significant, infants that were breastfeed

More than 300,000 women get breast implants each year, helping them to feel more confident and beautiful. If you've had breast augmentation surgery and are expecting, you have probably wondered whether or not you will be able to successfully breastfeed your new baby. Research shows that women who have had breast implants are more likely to have problems when nursing; however, even with these additional challenges, you have a good chance of being able to successfully feed your new little one. Possible

breastfeeding earlier than mothers who perform professional or managerial work (Dagher et al., 2016; Guendelman et al., 2009; Kimbro, 2006). Non-professional women are typically less likely than professional women to have access to employer-sponsored lactation accommodations and autonomy in arranging their work schedules. Nevertheless, another study found that professional women with inflexible work schedules are also at risk of discontinuing breastfeeding early. In the study by Sattari et al. (2013),

compatible with breastfeeding (Ladewig et al., 2014). In the event that the mother feels too sick to breastfeed or develops an abscess that counteracts nursing, the home care nurse can assist the mother to acquire a breast pump to help her maintain lactation and provide opportunities for demonstration to make the mother feel more comfortable (Ladewig et al., 2014). Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed to treat both fever and inflammation. Likewise, a course of 7-10 days of anti-biotics

breastfed before. The amount of breast milk you produce is based on a supply-and-demand system. You may have a low milk supply if your baby is not effectively emptying your breast. Work with your health care provider or a breastfeeding specialist (lactation consultant) to help overcome breastfeeding challenges. How does this affect my baby? If you have a low milk supply, this may cause your baby to not gain enough weight. Follow these instructions at home: When to breastfeed your baby Breastfeed when

Maternal medical conditions, medicines, and breast surgery. Medical conditions such as HIV or AIDS or those that involve chemotherapy or treatment with certain medicines can make breastfeeding unsafe. A woman should check with her doctor or a lactation consultant if she's unsure if she should breastfeed with a specific condition. Women should always check with the doctor about the safety of taking medicines while breastfeeding, including over-the-counter and herbal

Smoking during breastfeeding affects a lot to the health of your baby as the smoke favors the occurrence of respiratory diseases and increases the risk of sudden death. During pregnancy, often you hear how harmful smoking is to the development of your baby. Premature birth, low birth weight, and disorders in their respiratory system are just some of the negative effects. Once your child is born and the process of breastfeeding starts, this article will help you immensely with its recommendations

2) Recommend that all licensed nurses working within a maternity unit of a hospital receive a minimum of 18 hours of training on basic lactation management and demonstrate a specified level of competencies; and 3) Recommend teaching all licensed doctors in Obstetrics and Child Health to diagnose and treat the medical problems that comes between baby and mothers whom are breastfeeding; and