Breastfeeding challenges made easy for late preterm infants : the go-to guide for nurses and lactation consultants /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Cole, Sandra, 1967- author.
Imprint:	New York, NY : Springer Publishing Company, [2014] ©2014
Description:	1 online resource
Language:	English
Subject:	Breastfeeding -- Methods. Premature infants -- Care -- Methods. Premature infants -- Physiology. Pediatric nursing. Breast Feeding -- methods. Infant Care -- methods. Infant, Premature -- physiology. Maternal-Child Nursing -- standards. Breastfeeding. Pediatric nursing. Premature infants -- Care. Premature infants -- Physiology. Electronic books. Methods (Music)
Format:	E-Resource Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11218683

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ISBN:	9780826196040 0826196047 9780826196033 0826196039
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references and index. Print version record.
Summary:	Evidence-based research underscores the importance of breastfeeding for the healthy development of late preterm infants, yet significant challenges can impede its success. This is a groundbreaking, problem-solving guide to the most effective techniques for breastfeeding this vulnerable population. Written for lactation consultants, NICU nurses, obstetrical nurses, and nurse-midwives, the book offers clear, simple, evidence-based solutions to the distinct breastfeeding difficulties affecting late preterm infants. The guide describes the characteristics of late preterm infants and the physiologi.
Other form:	Print version: Cole, Sandra, 1967- Breastfeeding challenges made easy for late preterm infants 9780826196033

Table of Contents:

Defining the late preterm infant
Risk factors for late preterm births
Immature neurological development and hypotonia
Temperature instability, hypoglycemia, and increased metabolism
Hyperbilirubinemia
Unstable respiratory status
Increased risk for infection
Maternal conditions affecting breast milk supply
Maternal self-esteem and its effect on breastfeeding
The risks of not breastfeeding
Health initiatives
Early and frequent breastfeeding
Decrease stimuli and energy expenditure
Proper positioning and latch technique
Breast compressions
Nipple shields
Breast pumps
Hand expression
Supplemental feedings
Overcoming other challenges
Maternal satisfaction and breastfeeding success : the big picture
Putting it all together : summary of important highlights for successful breastfeeding for late preterm infants.

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