BREASTFEEDINGPDHC Parenting Class
THE MANY
BENEFITS OF
BREASTFEEDING
➢ Benefits for MOM
➢ Benefits for BABY
➢ Other Benefits
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BENEFITS OF BREASTFEEDING FOR MOM
Immediate Benefits for Mom
Promotes faster weight loss after birth,
burning about 500 extra calories a day
Stimulates the uterus to contract and return to normal size faster
Less postpartum bleeding
Less risk of postpartum depression
Breastfeeding produces the naturally soothing hormone oxytocin which promote stress reduction and positive
feelings in the nursing mother.
LONG TERM
BENEFITS FOR
MOM
Lower risk of breast and ovarian cancer
Lower risk of lupus and rheumatoid arthritis
Less endometriosis
Less osteoporosis
Less diabetes
Less hypertension
Less cardiovascular disease
Benefits for BABY
Stronger immune systems
Less diarrhea, constipation, gastroenteritis, gastroesophageal
reflux and preterm necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)
Fewer colds and respiratory illnesses
Fewer ear infections which can damage hearing
Fewer case of bacterial meningitis
Better vision
Lower rates of infant mortality
Lower rates of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Less illness overall and less hospitalization
Other Benefits
➢ Saves you money:
Formula costs over $1,700/year per child
➢ Saves government and families money:
Breastfeeding reduces the cost of
healthcare.
➢ Parents have up to six times less
absenteeism from work
➢ Breastfeeding does not waste resources
or create pollution. Glass, plastic,
metal and paper are saved from landfills.
BENEFITS OF BREASTFEEDING
ANATOMY OF THE BREAST
BREAST
CHANGES IN
PREGNANCY
Changes occur in your breasts before you miss a period. Your breasts can feel sensitive, painful or swollen.
The levels of the hormones change and ready the breasts for lactation.
Estrogen stimulates growth of the breast duct cells and generates the secretion of prolactin.
Prolactin stimulates breast enlargement and milk production.
Breasts continue to get larger in pregnancy, often a full cup size.
Progesterone supports the formation and growth of milk-producing cells within the glands of the breasts.
After birth, progesterone decreases and prolactin rises to allow lactation.
➢ Baby is alert about 1 hour after his arrival. After that alert time, he sleeps and so
does his exhausted momma.➢ Hold baby on your chest skin to skin right
after birth
➢ This is the time to initiate breastfeeding!➢ When baby suckles, mom's body releases
Oxytocin which causes milk let down. It also causes relaxation and a feeling of wellbeing for mom.
https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-
education/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-in-the-first-hour.html
INITIATING BREASTFEEDING
The Golden Hour
DEEP LATCH TECHNIQUE
Importance a Deep Latch
➢ Baby Breastfeeds, NOT nipple feeds
➢ Pulls mom's nipple to the back of his mouth and is comfortable for mom
➢ Prevents nipple damage
➢ Allows baby to get more breastmilk
What to do if latch is painful?
➢ Always break suction by putting your pinkie between your breast and baby's jaw
➢ Wait for wide baby's wide-open mouth to latch deeply
➢ Breaking the suction prevents nipple damage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FJuBn2bgNk
HUNGER CUES
HOW MUCH MILK IS ENOUGH?
At birth your baby's stomach holds about 1 teaspoonful.
On day 1 a newborn’s stomach wall is firm and doesn’t stretch.
Baby needs small frequent feeding of colostrum.
By day 3 the stomach starts to expand more easily to hold more milk.
Size of a Newborn’s Stomach
DAY ONE baby needs about 1 teaspoonful of colostrum
BENEFITS OF COLOSTRUMThe Super Food for Human
Babies
Acts as a laxative to help your baby pass meconium (the first very tarry poop) which helps prevent jaundice and gets rid of harmful waste products.
Is high in immunity properties.
Gives your baby’s brain, eyes and heart the right blend of nutrients to grow.
Contains high levels of protein, salts, fats, and vitamins for complete nutrition.
Your baby’s stomach can easily digest it.
Helps to prevent low blood sugar in newborns.
COLOSTRUM IS THE FIRST FOOD BABY GETS FROM MOM.
LEFT bottle contains Colostrum
RIGHT bottle has Transitional Breastmilk
BREASTFEEDING POSITIONS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqzqR1aOtAg
COMMON BREASTFEEDING POSITIONS
Positioning Tips
➢ Sit in a comfortable chair with a supportive back
➢ Hold baby's tummy to your tummy
➢ Use breastfeeding pillow, arm of chair or bed pillows to support the arm holding baby
➢ It’s important for you to be able to relax
ESTABLISHING BREASTFEEDING
The First Weeks
➢ Offer both breasts each feeding.
➢ Feed 8 to 12 times each 24 hours.
➢ Don't allow a newborn to sleep more than 3 hours at night in the first couple
weeks
➢ Don't offer pacifiers the first few weeks. It cause baby to be tired of sucking
and not latch well
➢ Get plenty of rest, eat a balanced diet, and drink water when you are thirsty
➢ Allow friends and family to support you
➢ Contact a breastfeeding specialist with concerns or questions.
➢ Each hospital has Lactation Consultants to help you.
SUPPLY AND
DEMAND
feedings. Don't watch the clock, watch baby
when he is
common for moms to start to supplement when
to
babies.
IS BABY GETTING ENOUGH?
WET DIAPERS: 1 wet diaper on day 1 and 6+ by day 4. Urine should be pale and mild smelling.
DIRTY DIAPERS: 3-4+ dirty diapers/day by day 4.Stools should be yellow by day 5 and the size of a quarter or larger. The normal stool of a breastfed baby is loose (soft to watery and may be seedy or curdy).
OTHER POSITIVE SIGNS:
➢ Mom’s breasts feel softer
➢ Baby falls asleep or is happier
To feel what
a sufficiently wet diaper is
like, pour 3 tablespoons
of water into
a clean diaper.
Progression of breastfed baby's stools.
WEIGHT CHECK APPOINTMENT(S)
➢ A 7% weight loss during the first 3 or 4 days
after birth is normal.
➢ Baby should regain birth weight by 10-14 days.
➢Prior to discharge from the hospital, a weight
check appointment will be scheduled with your Pediatrician or the hospital Lactation
Consultant.
➢ It is not necessary to continue checking baby's weight once baby starts gaining adequate weight.
Weight Loss after birth is Normal
HELPFUL SUPPLIES
Nursing Bras -- Sports bras are great while initiating breastfeeding. 2 weeks
after birth or when breastfeeding is well established, you can
buy nursing bras. Avoid bras with underwires and front openings.
Spaghetti strap tops with flaps -- are great for layering and feeding in public.
Breast pads -- disposable or washable cotton. Always replace when wet
to prevent sore nipples and bacterial growth.
Breast feeding pillow or use bed pillows for positioning baby correctly
Nursing night gown – nice for night feeding, but pajamas work well too
Nursing covers – a receiving blanket works also with a newborn
* None are necessary to start breastfeeding your baby
THE 4TH TRIMESTER
THE 3 TRIMESTERS OF
PREGNANCY ARE WHEN BABY GROWS AND
DEVELOPS RAPIDLY.
AFTER DELIVERY, YOUR
BABY IS NOT READY TO BE ON HIS OWN.
THE NEXT 3 MONTHS YOUR
BABY NEEDS YOU. YOUR HEARTBEAT AND VOICE
CALM YOUR BABY.
IT IS A TIME OFTEN CALLED
THE 4TH TRIMESTER SINCE BABY NEEDS CONSTANT
CARE.
DEVELOP A SUPPORT SYSTEM
• WIC peer counselor
• Hospital Lactation Consultant
• An experienced breastfeeding friend who has successfully nursed a baby for at least 6 months
• Friends and family who support you as a new mother
NO
QUESTION IS A STUPID
QUESTION
ASK QUESTIONS
Learn as much as you can about breastfeeding before baby arrives.
Talk to the hospital Lactation Consultant while at the hospital.
Call the hospital Lactatiion Consultant or WIC peer counselor with questions after discharge.
ASK FOR HELP!
All moms need some help when they have a new baby.
Allow others to entertain older children, clean, bring food, etc.
Reach out to friends when you need to talk.
Some
knowledge, some support
and time with your baby!
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
Ask a loved one for time to do something just for
you
Spend some time with the adults in your life
Get outside to get frest air, exercise and fresh perspective
A relaxed mom has a more
successful breastfeeding experience!
RESOURCES FOR BREASTFEEDING MOMS
24/7 ODH Breastfeeding Hotline
1-888-588-3423
https://www.appalachianbreastfeedingnetwork.org/
Kelly Bonyata, BS, IBCLC
www.kellymom.com/
La Leche League International
www.llli.com
Dr. Jack Newman
www.breastfeedinginc.ca
OPTIONAL LEARNING
https://www.myfdh.org/pdf/How-to-Breastfeed.pdf
Breastfeeding 101 Link: https://youtu.be/StItQYxflHw
SOURCES
www.kellymom.com/
www.llli.com
www.breastfeedinginc.ca
Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, Jan Riordan and Karen Wambach, 4th edition.
https://www.myfdh.org/pdf/How-to-Breastfeed.pdf, Ohio Department of Health
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsDml3rXyqY
https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-in-the-first-hour.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqzqR1aOtAg