Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation

Download or read book Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation written by Karin Cadwell and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2006 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation: A Guide for the Practitioner, Second Edition explores the characteristics of breastfeeding problems that can be seen, heard, or observed, and allows the assessor to distinguish between breastfeeding problems and actual medical issues. This text is designed for healthcare professionals who are responsible for constructing a comprehensive process for determining the breastfeeding status of mothers and infants. While past experience can provide some direction for exploration, a thorough assessment demands detailed examination o