• J Perinat Neonatal Nurs · Oct 2008

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    Conquering common breast-feeding problems.

    • Marsha Walker.
    • National Alliance for Breastfeeding Advocacy, Weston, MA 02493, USA. Marshalact@aol.com
    • J Perinat Neonatal Nurs. 2008 Oct 1; 22 (4): 267-74.

    AbstractMeeting mothers' personal breast-feeding goals depends on a number of factors, including the timely resolution of any problems she encounters. Nurses are often the first providers who interact with the mother during the perinatal period and are positioned to guide mothers through the prevention and solving of breast-feeding problems. Although many problems may be "common," failure to remedy conditions that cause pain, frustration, and anxiety can lead to premature weaning and avoidance of breast-feeding subsequent children. This article describes strategies and interventions to alleviate common problems that breast-feeding mothers frequently encounter.

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