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Module 13: The Importance of Breastfeeding
Student Objectives: To learn about the benefits of breastfeeding To learn about potential issues in formula feeding To learn about normal breastfeeding practices To learn how to encourage women to breastfeed To learn how to encourage families and communities to support women in breastfeeding 13.1 Introduction Breastfeeding is a natural process, but it is a controversial and political topic, in many places. Many governments and medical practices recommend breastfeed...
Lessons
- Module 01: The Origin and Definition of the Word “Midwife”
- Module 2 : The History of Midwifery from the Ancients to Modern Times
- Module 03 : Roles and Responsibilities of the Midwife
- Module 04: Are You Suited to a Career as a Midwife?
- Module 05: Qualifying as a Midwife
- Module 6 : How Midwives Are Educated and Practice Around the World
- Module 07: Women’s Rights and Birth Options
- Module 8 : How Midwives Support Socially Disadvantaged Women
- Module 9 : Cultural Safety in Relation to Midwife Care
- Module 10: Antenatal Care and Screening
- Module 11: How Midwives Support Women Through Labour and Birth
- Module 12: The Aims of Postnatal Care as a Midwife
- Module 13: The Importance of Breastfeeding
- Module 14: Blood Pressure Monitoring and Pre-Eclampsia
- Module 15: Infection Control and Hygiene
- Module 16: Collecting Specimens
- Module 17: Administration of Medicines and Injections
- Module 18: Venepuncture
- Module 19: The Female Anatomy
- Module 20: Labour
- Module 21: List of Abbreviations
- Module 22: Medications and Pregnancy
- Module 23: Communication for Midwives
- Module 24: Emergencies and Caesarean Section
- Module 25: Birthing Environment and Home Births
- Module 26: Initial Baby Check and Examination
- Module 27: Conditions with Labour and Pregnancy
- Module 28: Mental Health Issues and Pregnancy
