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Jack A, Mullin C, Brown E, Burtner M, Standish KR, Fields A, Rosen-Carole C, Hartman S. Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Clinical Protocol #19: Breastfeeding Promotion in the Prenatal Period (Revised 2024). Breastfeed Med 2024; 19:575-587. [PMID: 39186728 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2024.0203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/28/2024]
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Background: The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine revised the 2015 version of this clinical protocol to review the evidence and provide recommendations related to breastfeeding promotion in the prenatal period. Key Information: Promoting and normalizing breastfeeding in the prenatal period can improve breastfeeding outcomes including initiation and duration of breastfeeding. Ideally, prenatal interventions should be a part of a comprehensive longitudinal breastfeeding support program. Recommendations: Clinicians or other health workers should discuss breastfeeding at each prenatal visit. Counseling topics should include the health benefits of breastfeeding versus not breastfeeding, the basics of breastfeeding (e.g., physiology, positioning), what to expect of hospital-based and immediate postpartum breastfeeding support (i.e., Baby-Friendly Ten Steps), and the risks of unnecessary supplementation. Medical, anatomical, and other risk factors for breastfeeding challenges should be identified, and targeted anticipatory guidance should be given. Prenatal counseling should include distribution of structured breastfeeding education at low literacy levels and in the parent's preferred language. Counseling should be culturally sensitive and patient-centered, including family members when appropriate. Prenatal support may integrate various health workers (e.g., medical doctors, midwives, community health workers, lactation consultants, among others) and include various modalities including telecommunication. Enhancing breastfeeding education for prenatal care providers is also imperative. Additional themes related to implementation of recommendations for specific populations are also reviewed.
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- Anna Jack
- Department of Family Medicine, East Ridge Family Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center and East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, Highland Family Medicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Women's Care of Lake Cumberland, Cumberland Family Medical Center, Somerset, Kentucky, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, North Ponds Family Medicine and Maternity Care, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York, USA
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Mukuria‐Ashe A, Nyambo K, Uyehara M, Guta J, Mtengowadula G, Nyirongo G, Alvey J. Health professional competency building for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative in Malawi. MATERNAL & CHILD NUTRITION 2024; 20:e13591. [PMID: 38444304 PMCID: PMC11168349 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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Health professional competency building is one of nine national responsibilities (to achieve universal coverage and sustainability) described in the 2018 World Health Organization (WHO)/United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) implementation guidance for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). With stagnating rates of exclusive breastfeeding worldwide, skilled breastfeeding support as a standard of newborn care is critical to the establishment of lactation and exclusive breastfeeding. Few studies exist on how low-income countries are integrating BFHI into their standards of care. This qualitative case study describes Malawi's experience. We interviewed 48 key informants and conducted a desk review of the literature on BFHI programming, national plans, policies and other related documents. We explored the findings using the seven key domains and 16 competencies to implement the Ten Steps to successful breastfeeding from the WHO and UNICEF Competency Verification Toolkit. The study found that although the focus of the guidance is on preservice training, continuing education and in-service training remain important. To achieve universal coverage for health professional competency, Malawi uses preservice, in-service and refresher training. However, their main limitations to aligning with the new guidance are a lack of preservice BFHI- and breastfeeding-specific curricula, experienced lecturers and sufficient time to dedicate to practical skill development. Conducted during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, this study confirmed disruptions to BFHI training and service delivery, while also documenting Malawi's resilient attempts to mitigate impacts on breastfeeding support through mentoring and coaching. Opportunities exist for strengthening and scaling up, including engaging preservice training institutions and standardizing mentoring, coaching and competency verification.
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- Altrena Mukuria‐Ashe
- USAID Advancing NutritionArlingtonVirginiaUSA
- Save the Children USAWashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUSA
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- USAID Advancing NutritionArlingtonVirginiaUSA
- John Snow, Inc. (JSI) Research & Training Institute, Inc.ArlingtonVirginiaUSA
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- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)Washington, District of ColumbiaUnited States
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Lam SK, MacWilliams J, Larkin-Baker LC, Szugye H, Furman L. Latching Medical Students onto a Virtual Breastfeeding Elective During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Breastfeed Med 2024; 19:560-567. [PMID: 38655902 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2024.0074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Objectives: To describe the implementation of a successful two-week virtual breastfeeding elective for medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic and characterize student demographics, objective knowledge, and perspectives on breastfeeding before and after the elective. Study Design: We adapted the Santa Rosa Kaiser Permanente Family Medicine breastfeeding residency curriculum to create a two-week virtual medical student elective using Kern's six steps of curriculum development and a competency-based education framework. Educational components included self-paced modules, shadowing experiences, and group didactics. Objective knowledge was assessed with multiple-choice tests before and after the elective compared using a paired t-test. Reflective writing pieces were qualitatively analyzed using the six phases of thematic analysis developed by Braun and Clarke. Results: From 2020 to 2023, 40 medical students completed the elective. Breastfeeding knowledge increased significantly from the pre-test 72% (95% CI: 52-92%) to post-test 91% (95% CI: 81-100%) (p < 0.001). Over 90% of students felt that learning objectives were met well or very well and agreed or strongly agreed that the elective increased their knowledge and confidence in providing anticipatory guidance to breastfeeding parents. Similar themes were shared across students' reflective writing pieces, with nearly 30% (n = 23) of the student essays addressing socio-cultural and racial differences in beliefs surrounding breastfeeding. Conclusion: A virtual breastfeeding curriculum for medical students is well-received by stakeholders (patients, lactation consultants, students, etc.) and improves breastfeeding knowledge and confidence. A virtual elective is an innovative and effective way to deliver breastfeeding education and can be used even when institutional breastfeeding or lactation support is unavailable.
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- Suet Kam Lam
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
- Cleveland Clinic Children's, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
- Cleveland Clinic Children's, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Szugye H, Ghosalkar E, Leluga S, Lam SK. How Pediatric Hospitalists Can Support Breastfeeding Dyads Using a Helpful Mnemonic: "BREAST". Hosp Pediatr 2024; 14:e321-e325. [PMID: 38845546 DOI: 10.1542/hpeds.2023-007476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2023] [Revised: 03/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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- Heidi Szugye
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
- Breastfeeding Medicine, Department of Primary Care Pediatrics, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Hospital Medicine, Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, Michigan
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine, Mount Pleasant, Michigan
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- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
- Breastfeeding Medicine, Department of Primary Care Pediatrics, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
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Hoyt-Austin AE, Phillipi CA, Lloyd-McLennan AM, King BA, Sipsma HL, Flaherman VJ, Kair LR. Physician personal breastfeeding experience and clinical care of the breastfeeding dyad. Birth 2024; 51:112-120. [PMID: 37724625 PMCID: PMC10922054 DOI: 10.1111/birt.12772] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2021] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prior research suggests that physicians' personal experience with breastfeeding may influence their attitudes toward breastfeeding. This phenomenon has not been explored in well-newborn care physician leaders, whose administrative responsibilities often include drafting and approval of hospital breastfeeding and formula supplementation policies. METHODS We conducted a mixed-methods study, surveying physicians in the Better Outcomes through Research for Newborns (BORN) network. We examined physician attitudes toward recommending breastfeeding and their breastfeeding experience. Qualitative analysis was conducted on responses to the question: "How do you think your breastfeeding experience influences your clinical practice?" RESULTS Of 71 participants, most (92%) had a very positive attitude toward breastfeeding with 75% of respondents reporting personal experience with breastfeeding. Of these, 68% had a very positive experience, 25% had a somewhat positive experience, and 6% had a neutral experience. Four themes emerged with respect to the effect of breastfeeding experience on practice: (1) empathy with breastfeeding struggles, (2) increased knowledge and skills, (3) passion for breastfeeding benefits, and (4) application of personal experience in lieu of evidence-based medicine, particularly among those who struggled with breastfeeding. CONCLUSIONS Well-newborn care physician leaders reported positive attitudes about breastfeeding, increased support toward breastfeeding persons, and a perception of improved clinical lactation skills. Those who struggled with breastfeeding reported increased comfort with recommending formula supplementation to their own patients. Medical education about evidence-based breastfeeding support practices and provision of lactation support to physicians has the potential to affect public health through improved care for the patients they serve.
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- Academic Pediatric Association, McLean, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics and Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA
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- University of California Davis, Sacramento, California, USA
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Ramer S, Nguyen AT, Nelson JM, Whiteman MK, Warner L, Thierry JM, Folger S, von Essen BS, Kortsmit K. Breastfeeding by Disability Status in the United States: Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System, 2018-2020. Am J Public Health 2024; 114:108-117. [PMID: 38091565 PMCID: PMC10726937 DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2023.307438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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Objectives. To describe breastfeeding initiation and breastfeeding at 1, 2, and 3 months, and information sources on breastfeeding among women with a recent live birth by disability status. Methods. We analyzed October 2018 to December 2020 data from the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System for 24 sites in the United States that included the Washington Group Short Set of Questions on Disability (seeing, hearing, walking or climbing stairs, remembering or concentrating, self-care, communicating). We defined disability as reporting "a lot of difficulty" or "cannot do this at all" on any of these questions. Results. Among 39 673 respondents, 6.0% reported disability. In adjusted analyses, breastfeeding was lower among respondents with disability at 2 (62.6% vs 66.6%; adjusted prevalence ratio [APR] = 0.94; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 0.89, 0.99) and 3 months (54.7% vs 59.6%; APR = 0.92; 95% CI = 0.86, 0.98) than those without disability. Respondents with disability were less likely to receive information from health care providers or support professionals (89.3% vs 92.3%), but as likely from breastfeeding or lactation specialists (78.1% vs 75.3%). Conclusions. Strategies to ensure women with disability, receive breastfeeding support, including breastfeeding information, could improve breastfeeding outcomes. (Am J Public Health. 2024;114(1):108-117. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2023.307438).
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- Stephanie Ramer
- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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- Stephanie Ramer, Antoinette T. Nguyen, Maura K. Whiteman, Lee Warner, Suzanne Folger, Beatriz Salvesen von Essen, and Katherine Kortsmit are with the Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA. At the time of the study, Jennifer M. Nelson was is with the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC, Atlanta. JoAnn M. Thierry is with the Division of Human Development and Disability, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, CDC, Atlanta
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Johnson HM, Teshome M, Singh P, Mitchell KB. Lactation Education for Surgeons: American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) Survey Demonstrates Strong Member Interest in Expanded Training. Ann Surg Oncol 2023; 30:6125-6132. [PMID: 37452168 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-023-13882-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND The availability and extent of breastfeeding-specific surgical training has not been previously described. We aimed to survey breast surgeons on their lactation education and desire for additional knowledge. METHODS Members of the American Society of Breast Surgeons were invited via email to anonymously complete an electronic survey from 27 October 2021 to 23 January 2022. The survey content included demographic information, sources of lactation education, and desired topics and methods for further training. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. RESULTS A total of 2698 surveys were delivered and 542 (20.1%) completed. While nearly all respondents (99%) reported treating lactating patients at least once or twice per year, 78% reported that their training was inadequate. The most frequently cited sources of lactation information were peer-to-peer informal knowledge sharing (50%) and personal experience with breastfeeding (44%). Nearly all respondents (99%) agreed that formal lactation education would benefit breast surgeons. Specific topics of interest included management of patients with complications of lactation (48%), management of lactating patients with a new diagnosis of breast cancer (47%), and counseling patients with pregnancy-associated breast cancer who desire to breastfeed (46%). The most frequently recommended educational formats included presentation at a national conference (60%), evidence-based management guidelines (58%), webinar (55%), and workshop/course (47%). CONCLUSION Breast surgeons self-report minimal formal training in the management of benign and malignant breast disease in lactating patients and strong desire for expanded education. Development of clinical practice guidelines and additional educational content for surgeons should be considered to meet the needs of this patient population.
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- Helen M Johnson
- Department of Breast Surgical Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Breast Surgical Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Breast Surgical Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Ridley Tree Cancer Center, Sansum Clinic, Santa Barbara, CA, USA.
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Klein A, Block C, Mansimov A, Okenov S, Alvey J, Abazbekova N, Mukuria‐Ashe A. Building the competency of health professionals in the Kyrgyz Republic for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. MATERNAL & CHILD NUTRITION 2023; 19:e13506. [PMID: 37408145 PMCID: PMC10483940 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Revised: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023]
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Health professional competency building is one of nine national responsibilities (to achieve universal coverage and sustainability) described in the 2018 World Health Organization/UNICEF implementation guidance for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). Skilled breastfeeding support as a standard of newborn care is critical to the establishment of lactation and exclusive breastfeeding. This qualitative case study describes the Kyrgyz Republic's experience with health professional competency building related to breastfeeding counselling and support. We interviewed 38 key informants and reviewed national policies and international guidelines related to BFHI. The study found that although the country has a new policy reflecting BFHI global standards and guidance, the policy has not been disseminated nationally. Additionally, the policy lacks guidance on competency monitoring and verification and does not mention preservice training, even though preservice training on breastfeeding support exists. To achieve universal coverage for health professional competencies, the Kyrgyz Republic uses preservice, in-service and refresher training. However, the main limitations to aligning with the new guidance are a lack of preservice BFHI- and breastfeeding-specific curricula, experienced trainers and sufficient time and funding to dedicate to practical skill development. Conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, this study confirmed disruptions to BFHI training and service delivery but also documents the Kyrgyz Republic's resilient strides to mitigate impacts on breastfeeding support through facility-level individual champions and adjustments to training such as going online. Opportunities exist for strengthening the competencies of service providers through strengthened preservice training, comprehensive and consistent in-service training, solutions for overworked service providers and clear and sufficiently funded monitoring guidance.
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- Alyssa Klein
- USAID Advancing NutritionArlingtonVirginiaUSA
- John Snow Inc. (JSI) Research & Training Institute Inc.ArlingtonVirginiaUSA
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- USAID Advancing NutritionArlingtonVirginiaUSA
- NCBA CLUSAWashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUSA
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- Public Health Institute/USAID Global Health Technical ProfessionalsWashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUSA
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- USAID Advancing NutritionArlingtonVirginiaUSA
- Save the Children USAWashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUSA
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Berwick M, Louis-Jacques AF. Prenatal Counseling and Preparation for Breastfeeding. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am 2023; 50:549-565. [PMID: 37500216 DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2023.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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Breastfeeding is the gold standard of infant nutrition and current guidelines suggest exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, with continued breastfeeding through 24 months or beyond. Obstetric care professionals can encourage and educate their patients about breastfeeding through the prenatal period when many expectant parents make decisions about their infant feeding choices. Education and support should extend through the postpartum period and include parents who may have concerns surrounding medical comorbidities, breast augmentation, or substance use disorders.
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- Margarita Berwick
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Florida College of Medicine, University of Florida, PO Box 100294, 1600 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610-0294, USA.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Florida College of Medicine, University of Florida, PO Box 100294, 1600 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610-0294, USA
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Singletary N, Sanchez R, Spencer D, Fogleman AD, Chetwynd E. Immersive Videos Improve Student Self-Efficacy in Clinical Lactation. J Perinat Educ 2023; 32:162-174. [PMID: 37520792 PMCID: PMC10386786 DOI: 10.1891/jpe-2022-0013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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The current study examined the use of immersive technology as a way to improve access to high-quality interpersonal breastfeeding interactions in an undergraduate clinical lactation course. In particular, we investigated the impact of immersive consultation videos and related activities on student self-efficacy, motivational beliefs, and perceived skill level. Results indicate that usability was high, with participants rating videos, interactives, and activities positively. Students did report a significant increase in self-efficacy and their perceived ability to meet the course learning objectives; no significant changes in the level of interest or perceived skill were found. Our results demonstrate that high-quality immersive videos can be an important learning tool for teaching clinical skills when access to direct patient care is limited or absent.
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Wessells A, Chertok IRA, Haile ZT, Johnston J. Development and Interrater Reliability of the Lactation Assessment Care Tool. J Hum Lact 2023; 39:30-39. [PMID: 36065505 DOI: 10.1177/08903344221121102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND There have been no comprehensive predictive measurement instruments published that account for the dynamic interaction between maternal, infant, and functional factors related to breastfeeding difficulty. The Lactation Care Assessment Tool (LACT) was developed by the authors as a predictive measure of lactation acuity to identify families at risk for breastfeeding difficulty and facilitate access to the most effective level of care. RESEARCH AIM To describe the development, content validation, and interrater reliability of the LACT. METHODS This study was a cross-sectional, online survey. Upon reading a standardized case scenario reflective of common experiences among families with goals to breastfeed, participants (N = 82) anonymously completed the LACT, which consisted of 16 measures based upon research relevant to maternal, infant, and functional factors affecting breastfeeding success. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize and describe the characteristics of the study sample. Interrater reliability was evaluated using Krippendorff's alpha. RESULTS An acceptable degree of interrater reliability (α = 0.70) among participants was detected for the 16 measures included in the instrument. CONCLUSION This instrument supports Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative Step 10 to facilitate more precise and timely continuity of care after discharge from the hospital by identifying families in need of referral to a level of care consistent with their lactation acuity. Future research is necessary to determine appropriate levels of care and support based on the instrument scores in diverse breastfeeding dyads during early lactation and through the duration of breastfeeding.
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- Ohio University, College of Health Sciences and Professions, Athens, OH, USA
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- Ohio University, Department of Social Medicine, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dublin, OH, USA
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- Methodist University, Fayetteville, NC, USA.,Mother's Helper Lactation, Fayetteville, NC, USA
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McCabe C, Ly C, Gregg B, Anderson OS. A Description of Breast Models Used to Teach Clinical Skills. Breastfeed Med 2022; 17:875-890. [PMID: 36251448 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2022.0162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background: Health care trainees lack opportunities to practice breast assessment and clinical skills with patients, making breast models significant for hands-on training. Insufficient training leads to low competence across practitioners in breast health areas of practice, including clinical lactation. The aim of this review was to describe types of breast models used to teach clinical skills of the breast across breast health areas. The secondary aims were to describe education interventions that included each model and identify whether multiple skin tones were available in models. Methods: Authors conducted a scoping review to identify which types of breast models are used to teach clinical skills across breast health areas of practice and determine gaps in literature regarding how clinical lactation skills are taught. The literature search was conducted in PubMed, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), Scopus, MedLine, and ProQuest. Inclusion criteria were students/professionals engaging in breast model simulation. Eighteen studies were reviewed. Authors extracted data on participants, breast health area, breast model, intervention, evaluation, general outcomes, skin tone, and research design. Results: The most common skill area was clinical breast exam (n = 7), while least was breastfeeding education (n = 1). Most models were commercial (n = 12). Zero studies described skin tone. Generally, breast model simulations were correlated with increased clinical skills and confidence regardless of model used. Conclusions: Despite demonstrated gain of skills, this review reveals inconsistent use of breast models and evaluation, exclusion of diverse skin tones, and lack of breast models reported to teach clinical lactation skills.
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- Carolyn McCabe
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.,Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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Blitman E, Biderman A, Yehoshua I, Adler L. Breastfeeding mothers' experiences with community physicians in Israel: a qualitative study. Int Breastfeed J 2022; 17:62. [PMID: 36042492 PMCID: PMC9425787 DOI: 10.1186/s13006-022-00506-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2021] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The guidelines of all leading professional organizations recommend providing adequate support and education regarding breastfeeding; yet many mothers feel that they receive inadequate information from their health care providers in the primary care setting. This is in line with studies that demonstrate that physicians' knowledge about breastfeeding is lacking. The aim of this study was to expand our understanding of the breastfeeding-related experiences of mothers with primary care physicians (PCPs). METHODS In this qualitative study, we interviewed breastfeeding mothers in Israel in the first six months after delivery. The interviews were conducted between December 2020 and May 2021. We used thematic analysis to explore women's attitudes and experiences with their PCPs regarding breastfeeding concerns. All authors read the transcribed interviews and independently marked statements regarding breastfeeding. Then, in a joint process, codes, subthemes and themes were defined. Each subtheme was backed up with a quote from the interviews. RESULTS We interviewed 13 women aged 24 to 37. We identified four main themes. The first of these was physicians' inconsistent attitudes toward breastfeeding. Some were indifferent, while others related to breastfeeding solely in the context of infant development. Some were supportive, while others opposed breastfeeding. Several women revealed physicians' inappropriate and disturbing attitudes to breastfeeding. The second theme was physicians' lack of knowledge regarding medical treatment for breastfeeding issues. This theme included lack of knowledge, incorrect treatment of breastfeeding problems, and contradictions among HCPs. The third was mothers' preference for alternative resources, including individualized breastfeeding counselling, maternity and childcare nurses, mothers' groups (in person or online), and family and friends over medical treatment for breastfeeding problems. The fourth theme involved mothers' suggestions for PCPs, which highlighted the importance of communication, prenatal physician-initiated dialogue on breastfeeding, expanding professional knowledge on breastfeeding, and increasing the availability of treatment for breastfeeding problems. CONCLUSION The women in this study reported unsatisfactory breastfeeding support by PCPs and incorrect or inadequate treatment of medical problems related to breastfeeding. They also felt they had no medical experts to approach with breastfeeding-related problems. We believe that physicians should expand their knowledge on breastfeeding medicine so that they can provide comprehensive patient-centered treatment to both mothers and infants. Education programs for improving knowledge and skills in breastfeeding issues should be implemented throughout the medical training.
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- Elia Blitman
- Department of Family Medicine, Maccabi Healthcare Services, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Department of Family Medicine and Siaal Research Center for Family Medicine and Primary Care, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Department of Family Medicine and Siaal Research Center for Family Medicine and Primary Care, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel.,Clalit Health Services, Southern District, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Department of Family Medicine, Maccabi Healthcare Services, Tel Aviv, Israel.,Department of Family Medicine and Siaal Research Center for Family Medicine and Primary Care, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Department of Family Medicine, Maccabi Healthcare Services, Tel Aviv, Israel. .,Department of Family Medicine, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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Čatipović M, Puharić Z, Puharić D, Čatipović P, Grgurić J. Behaviour, Attitudes and Knowledge of Healthcare Workers on Breastfeeding. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 9:1173. [PMID: 36010063 PMCID: PMC9406792 DOI: 10.3390/children9081173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2022] [Revised: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The aim of this paper is to determine the current state of behavior, attitudes, and knowledge of health professionals about breastfeeding in Croatia. Data were collected via a breastfeeding behavior, attitudes, and knowledge questionnaire, which has already been validated and used in Croatia. The secondary aim is to identify differences in outcomes of respondents by occupation (nurses versus others health professionals). In the study, 374 health professionals participated (37 males and 337 females). Respondents completed the questionnaire online. Respondents were rarely involved in breastfeeding education. On the behavior scale, the worst answer was given to the question of advising mothers on breastfeeding after 24 months. On the attitude scale, the worst result was achieved in terms of public breastfeeding and the support of the child's father for the breastfeeding mother. Respondents demonstrated the worst knowledge of The International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes and the use of medications while breastfeeding. There was no statistically significant difference between the results of respondents in relation to the occupation of the respondents. In the preparation of future breastfeeding education for health professionals in Croatia, particular attention should be given to these issues.
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- Marija Čatipović
- Department of Nursing, Bjelovar University of Applied Sciences, TrgE.Kvaternika 4, 43000 Bjelovar, Croatia
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- Department of Nursing, Bjelovar University of Applied Sciences, TrgE.Kvaternika 4, 43000 Bjelovar, Croatia
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- Specialist Gynecological Practice Marija Divić, 21000 Split, Croatia
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Davis C, Villalobos AVK, Turner MM, Long S, Lapinski MK. Racism and Resistance: A Qualitative Study of Bias As a Barrier to Breastfeeding. Breastfeed Med 2021; 16:471-480. [PMID: 33784475 PMCID: PMC8215417 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2020.0307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Background: Nearly 75% of Black non-Hispanic babies born in 2016 ever breastfed. However, Black mothers still experience barriers to breastfeeding, perpetuating disparities in exclusivity and duration. Subjects and Methods: Using data collected from five focus groups with Black mothers (N = 30) in Washington, District of Columbia during summer 2019, we critically examine the influence of institutionalized and personally mediated racism on breastfeeding. We also explore the counter-narratives Black women use to resist oppression and deal with these barriers. Results: Themes surrounding institutionalized racism included historic exploitation, institutions pushing formula, and lack of economic and employment supports. Themes regarding how personally mediated racism manifested included health care interactions and shaming/stigma while feeding in public. At each level examined, themes of resistance were also identified. Themes of resistance to institutionalized racism were economic empowerment and institutions protecting breastfeeding. Themes of resistance to personally mediated biases were rejecting health provider bias and building community. Conclusions: There are opportunities for health providers and systems to break down barriers to breastfeeding for Black women. These include changes in clinical training and practice as well as clinicians leveraging their position and lending their voices in advocacy efforts.
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- Catasha Davis
- Department of Prevention and Community Health, Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- Department of Prevention and Community Health, Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- The GW Cancer Center, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- Department of Communication, College of Communication Arts and Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Children's National Medical Center and George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- Department of Communication and Michigan AgBio Research, College of Communication Arts and Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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