Counseling the nursing mother : a lactation consultant's guide.

Previous ed.: 2005.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

16. Breastfeeding in the Early Weeks:- Commitment to breastfeed--Establishing milk production--Leaking--Nipple soreness--Engorgement--Plugged ducts--Milk blister or milk bleb--Mastitis--Summary--Chapter 16-at a glance--References--17. Breastfeeding Beyond the First Month:- Patterns of growth in a breastfed baby--Infant development--Breastfeeding an older baby--Sustaining breastfeeding beyond 1 year--Nourishment away from the breast--Weaning--Summary--Chapter 17-at a glance-References--18. Problems with Millk Production and Transfer:- Perception of insufficient milk production--Mothers at risk for low milk production--Concerns about infant growth--Summary--Chapter 18-at a glance--References--PART 4: Special Care:- 19. Changes in the family:- Acquiring the Parental Role--Becoming a mother--Becoming a father--Changes in family relationships--Sibling reactions and adjustments--Summary--Chapter 19-at a glance--References--20. Special Counseling Circumstances:- Mother\'s lifestyle--Opposition to breastfeeding--Low-income mothers--Single mothers--Teen mothers--Cultural competence in helping mothers--Mother-to-mother support Groups--Summary--Chapter 20-at a glance--References--21. Breastfeeding techniques and devices:- Breastfeeding techniques--Breastfeeding devices--Digital techniques--Millk expression--Alternative feeding methods--Summary--Chapter 21-at a glance--References--22. Temporary Breastfeeding Situations:- Hyperbilirubinemia (Jaundice)--Delayed onset of breastfeeding--Relactation--Nursing an adopted baby--Breastfeeding during emergencies--Baby losing interest in breastfeeding--Baby prefers one breast--Summary--Chapter 22- at a glance--References--23. High-Risk Infants:- Prolonged hospitalization of the high-risk infant--Preterm infant--Other babies not born at term--Counseling a mother whose baby has died--Summary--Chapter 23-at a glance--References--24. When Breastfeeding is Interrupted:- Managing breastfeeding through a separation--Short-term separations--Supporting working mothers--The breastfeeding-friendly workplace--Summary--Chapter 24- at a glance--References--25. Long-Term Maternal and Infant Conditions:- Special Maternal Health Conditions--Special Infant Health Conditions--Summary--Chapter 25-at a glance--References--PART 5: Role of the Ibclc:- 26. Professional Considerations:- Acquiring the role of lactation consultant--Preparing for the profession-- Professional practice--Code of ethics--Legal considerations--Developing resources--Promoting your services--Educating the healthcare team--Maturing through experience--Avoiding professional burnout--Summary--Chapter 26-at a glance--References--27. Critical Reading and Review of Research:- Online Journals--Types of articles in Scientific Journals--Structure of a scientific article--Critical reading of a scientific article--Practicing critical reading skills--Summary--Chapter 27-at a glance--References--28.Breastfeeding Promotion and Change:- Strong leadership--Increasing self-confidence--Increasing assertiveness--Becoming a change agent--Beginning the process of change--Turning the tide in breastfeeding promotion--Summary--Chapter 28-at a glance--References.

PART I: Promotion and Support:- 1. Breastfeeding Promotion in the Modern World:- Infant feeding practices throughout history--Breastfeeding as an infant health issue--Breastfeeding as a women\'s health issue--Cultural influences on infant feeding--Breastfeeding as an economic issue--International breastfeeding promotion initiatives--Current breastfeeding recommendations--Summary--Chapter 1 - at a glance--References--2. Lactation Consultants as Part of the Healthcare Team:-The healthcare team approach--The lactation consulting profession--Practicing in a hospital--Practicing in a health clinic--Working in a physician group--Practicing in home health care--Working in private practice--Other members of the healthcare team--The mother\'s role on the healthcare team--Summary--Chapter 2 - at a glance--References--3. A Sociological Perspective on Breastfeeding Support:-Organization of a society--The process of socialization--Social behavior--Relationships--Knowledge and culture--Decision making--Summary--Chapter 3 - at a glance--References--4. Empowering Women to Breastfeed:- Health consumerism--Adult learning approach--Confidence in breastfeeding--Components of communication--Humor as a communication tool--Summary--Chapter 4 - At a glance--References--5. Counseling Skills: Learning How to Help Mothers:- The counseling process--Methods and skills in counseling--Counseling examples--Summary--Chapter 5-at a glance--References--6. Client Consultations:- Reaching out through anticipatory guidance-- Problem solving with mothers--Consultation methods--Elements in a consultation--Documenting a feeding--Summary--Chapter 6- at a glance--References--PART 2: The Science of Lactation:- 7. The science of lactation--Anatomy of the Breast--Mammary growth and development--Hormonal impact on lactation--Milk synthesis--Milk ejection reflex (letdown)--Variations in breast structure and function--Summary-- Chapter 7-at a glance-- References--8. Maternal Health and Nutrition:- Nutrition education--The basic nutrients--Nutrition in pregnancy and lactation--Making healthy food choices--Offering nutrition suggestions to mothers--Summary--Chapter 8- at a glance--References--9. Properties of Human Milk:- Colostrum: The early milk--Transition to mature milk--Composition of human milk--Health benefits of human milk--Differences between human milk and infant formula--Summary--Chapter 9 -at a glance--References--10. Impurities in Human Milk:- Medications--Social toxicants--Breast implants--Environmental contaminants--Counseling a mother about impurities--Summary--Chapter 10-at a glance--References--PART 3: Prenatal Through Postpartum:-11. Prenatal Considerations:-The decision to breastfeed--Preparation for breastfeeding--Selecting a physician or midwife--Summary---Chapter 11-at a glance--References--12. Hospital practices that support breastfeeding:- Setting the stage prior to birth--Supportive labor and delivery practices--Creating a supportive postpartum environment--Postpartum care plans--Baby-friendly hospital practices--Summary--Chapter 12-at a glance--References--13. Infant Assessment and Development:- Assessment of the newborn--Digestion--Infant communication--Infant behavior patterns--Infant growth--Sleeping patterns--Crying and colicky behavior--Summary--Chapter 13-at a glance--References--14. Getting Breastfeeding started:- Getting ready to nurse--Beginning the feeding--Assisting at a feeding--Breastfeeding positions--Breastfeeding multiples--Tandem nursing--Summary--Chapter 14-at a glance--References--15. Infant Attachment and Sucking:- Sucking and Suckling--Sucking at the breast versus a bottle--Latching the baby--Milk transfer--Problems with latch--Problems with sucking--Summary--Chapter 15-at a glance--References