Breastfeeding Handbook for Physicians (3rd Edition)
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15: Supporting Breastfeeding During Mother-Infant Separation
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Published:December 2022
"Supporting Breastfeeding During Mother-Infant Separation", Breastfeeding Handbook for Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, Richard J. Schanler, MD, FAAP, FABM
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There are circumstances, such as maternal hospitalization, newborn or infant illness, return to work, or school attendance, in which an interruption in the continuity of breastfeeding may occur by necessity. The physician can help the mother by providing guidance on specific strategies and appropriate plans to be able to continue breastfeeding.