The Breastfeeding Handbook for Physicians, 3rd Edition, is the definitive resource on breastfeeding initiation, maintenance, support, and advocacy. Jointly developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), this must-have handbook features the most important and up-to-date developments in breastfeeding practice, research, policies, and outreach guidance, assembled by an expert physician panel. Available for purchase at https://www.aap.org/breastfeeding-handbook-for-physicians-3rd-edition-paperback/
7: Breastfeeding Initiation
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Published:December 2022
"Breastfeeding Initiation", Breastfeeding Handbook for Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, Richard J. Schanler, MD, FAAP, FABM
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Providing breastfeeding support before, during, and after birth in the hospital or birth center setting is the responsibility of all health care professionals who interact with the mother, her family, and other support persons. Promotion of a positive attitude, an up-to-date knowledge base, evidence-based policies, and support for the safe transition of mother and baby during the hospital stay can have a long-lasting effect on maternal and child health.
