The Importance of Breast Milk and Breastfeeding in Women's and Children's Health
Journal Title: Artuklu International Journal of Health Sciences - Year 2022, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Breastfeeding; It is not only infant nutrition, but also the protection and development of both maternal and infant health is a very important psycho-social process. Effective breastfeeding rates, defined as feeding the baby exclusively with breast milk for the first six months, excluding the necessary mineral and vitamin supplements, are at low rates all over the world. Some factors of the mother and/or baby affect breastfeeding positively or negatively. Breast milk makes an important contribution to the beginning of a healthy life by affecting the whole life of the individual. One of the most important practices that can increase the rate of breastfeeding is the training given to mothers by midwives. Preconceptional counseling and breastfeeding preparation training should be given to pregnant women who apply to health institutions for any reason. On the other hand, mothers who have babies should be encouraged to continue breastfeeding by questioning baby nutrition, providing breastfeeding counseling, observing and correcting any faulty practices. In addition, by emphasizing family planning in these trainings, unwanted pregnancies, which are frequently encountered during breastfeeding, can be prevented. Midwives can do in-service training by taking part in every stage of breast milk and breastfeeding training. It may be suggested that arrangements should be made by health administrators to enable comprehensive qualitative and quantitative studies to be carried out, including our cultural practices regarding breast milk and breastfeeding.
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Ayşegül DÖNMEZ, Çiler YEYĞEL
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